I would keep learning, networking and looking for mentors/coaches. 

NETWORK!!!

Agents are also advising you to look for expensive mistakes (like checking the sewer which could cost 5-40k) and using their network and contacts to find homes off market or FSBO.  

There seems to be an interesting investment case for Portugal currently and by building a supportive network of investors we will be able to discuss opportunities and build our experience faster than if we go it aloneWhen I arrive in March I will be focusing on learning the market and seeing which strategies will work for me. 

Over the years, we have built quite a network of agents that bring us quality off market properties in the areas that we desire.

If your looking to network, we would be interested.

While the home needs to be paid for prior to delivery in many cases, the transport companies carry the insurance from the factory to the site. 

I am also looking at a new company called Noshable that does grocery delivery precheck in and gives kickbacks as well.

A PMC is the ONLY one that will deal daily with your property.Here's some copy & paste advice on hwo to screen PMCs:Recommend exploring as many sources as possible to get referrals AND cross-reference them to get as much accurate information as possible.Check out NARPM.com, BP’s Property Manager Finder (BiggerPockets: The Real Estate Investing Social Network), etc.Also, encourage you to learn from the mistakes of others - by reading posts here on BiggerPockets about owners not having their expectations met by their current Property Management Company.

Finally, network with other investors and start small to gain experience.