I figured the extra money through tenant rent and (eventually) investment would be very helpful with my lifelong goals. although I know there will be a challenge of fixing or maintaining the house would not be easy, I am up for the challenge. 

Is wholesaling challenging in California?

Now I have to figure out what to do with my primary residence (I need to move into my latest purchase to satisfy the VA loan).My current primary residence will sell quick for $165K. 

@joe @Joe Fairless I am really AV challenged when it comes to computers and there is probably a better solution but you can use Total Recorder http://www.totalrecorder.com to capture the audio in mp3 while you play the video (having a program that directly exports the audio to an mp3 is certainly a better solution but I don't know any). 

Investing in Las Vegas is challenging right now, the run up in prices over the last 3 years have really torn down cap rates.

Some people here try to claim that it does but when challenged not one has stepped up to prove their statement. 

It seems increasingly difficult to satisfy an established investors needs when you are just starting out.

. :) Very challenging to say the least.

Can find it pretty challenging by myself but I will do it regardless.

"Investing" in KC can mean many different things and being a remote investor has its own challenges.