And now I feel once again I am on the cusp.

Why do you feel those reservations were so pertinent to the purchase of a property?

I'm starting to build my network in the US, so feel free to connect, I'd be more than happy to chat! 

It's a website that keeps track of which cards you should be adding and subtracting to maximize the bonus points while still keeping your credit score high.My wife and I have been doing it for about 6 months and probably have gotten about $5K of free travel already.  

Although it’s my first property, I do have other personal assets that I’d feel better if they were protected in a worst case scenario.

By putting yourself in the position of a flipper or property holder...There is tons of free content available online covering wholesaling, fix and flip, and long-term rentals.

If it is free, you'll waste a lot of time and money on people that aren't serious. 

Real estate has always been my passion and I feel now is the time to take action!

Also, there are tons of home-grown (free, shared) calculators other investors have created if you Google for "Investment Property Calculator".Analyzing The Deals - You, the investor, need to put on your blinders and practice underwriting (running the numbers) before you jump into a competitive offer scenario, or getting too far in front of your skiis with an off-market deal.  

Start with BiggerPockets Ultimate Beginners Guide (free).