Although, I am continually surprised at how even so, I often let fear of the unknown, fear of failure, or just plain distraction keep me from moving forward.

What often happens is that investors will buy a property that is occupied over there and then get all kinds of surprises once the home goes vacant.

I am surprised at your occupancy rate.

You might be surprised when in a few years you might have a great job and are married and your combined incomes disqualify you from contributing to a Roth.

If you are borrowing additional funds in an emergency situation to help your business survive, then your credit worthiness may in fact be in question.I think a lot of people taking PPP loans, unemployment and mortgage forbearance during this, are in for a surprise of the unintended consequences of doing so. 

EDUCATE YOURSELF - yes, it will take time, but will lead to a selection that better meets your expectations & avoids potentially costly surprises!

Add in the changes or for things that were unexpected along the way. 

What difficulties or unexpected issues did you encounter?

The markets upstate are all very hot right now, unexpectedly.

No matter how prepared I am, I know I will have to be flexible as the unexpected arises and adapt like you did.