I would plan on having enough cash left after buying the property to establish some sort of "emergency fund" for the property and then always keep enough of the cash flow in reserves to handle future issues.The vacancy rate in the area in the area is in fact much, much lower than the 15% I have estimated.

Don't underestimate your expenses just because you're okay with putting some money out of pocket on the PITI side.Assuming the deal works, after you've established a record of payments, you should be able to refinance at least some (if not all) of the properties to get your PITI down.

After you get it rented, take out enough for another down payment...Once you get established and have a track record it will get easier to find funding..I would not tie all my money in one property..Spread the risk as a beginner..

I just had a guy get very upset but I can tell he's in the ripening process so I think I will keep him on the list.In terms of calling, texting, etc. it all depends on the seller and the rapport you establish.

Once established, I'd like to transition to buy-and-hold and build up a portfolio that will support my family's lifestyle.I'm really looking forward to interacting with all of you on the site and I'm very excited to become a part of this community.Cheers!

I currently live in Seattle and am an active investor around Washington.Specifically on Whidbey I own a 29 unit apartment complex, rental SFR, office building, medical office building, retail building, land for subdivision, SFR flip, and personal land that I plan to build my own home on in the future. 

(Easy to find on Google)  Ned I appreciate your input it definitely means a lot to me because it indicates to me that I have a support system, and especially now I that system has reached my front door literally lol, I'm full of ambitious as well as enthusiasm towards meeting with experienced investors in the greater Baltimore area to become more acquainted as well as established within my local market, i would definitely like to keep in touch with you as a proceed through my career and hopefully meet at a meetup really soon.

It also appears that many of these organisations are trying to establish and {common} process to register and provide identification or service animals.

Personally, if I were in your situation (of course not fully understanding the financial situation you're in), I would try and establish a HELOC against the london property to invest in the US. 

If I may ask, how are you establishing the commissions to ensure you are being paid for connecting your buyer and sellers?