I read an article in the library here, that says trading skills is one way. 

But I am all for a new state of the art amphitheater in Birmingham, I think we could use it.

But, very risky, and very difficult, and would require some serious expertise and skill with flipping, remote communication, an A+++ team you know and trust on the ground, with a GC who is completely on top of things, and completely trustworthy.  ...I have many years' experience in all areas of residential real estate investing, and personally, I would not attempt to oversee a rehab from a different state (let alone a different country).You also mentioned flipping--right now is a very risky time to flip (especially for inexperienced people).

He believes it supports his investing skill and success, and he realizes that one's values are the key to it all. 

You will find that your skills scale with your portfolio.Good luck!

I suspect that people can start to develop that skill just by doing enough flips.You have options in the meantime. 

When I was a broker, I was lucky enough to take C Charles Chatham’s seminar, “The Art of Real Estate Counseling”, before he and his son Rocky passed away.https://www.secobserver.com/au...Chatham’s policy was to never take on more clients than you have time for in order to find a solution. 

As usual, skilled trades and inspections delaying things. 

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