I know it's not smart to try and "time the market", but what are your general thoughts on syndications / investment clubs in these current market conditions?

This action aims to rectify the title status and establish a clear, marketable title.

We’ve been gathering information about the rental property market in Japan in terms of realistic expectations for yields, as well as a reasonable timeline for getting started and generating income to support our family. 

It sounds like you're embarking on an exciting journey in real estate investing.Investing in the Pocono area for short-term rentals (STRs) can be a lucrative venture due to its popularity as a vacation destination.Take the time to thoroughly research the Pocono area's vacation rental market.

Let's say that you paid $20k to some marketing firm to create and distribute your promotional videos.

Does anybody know any courses/programs that they recommend for learning how to find off-market properties?

Approximately 300K value based on current market conditions.My interests were acquired in 3 steps:(1) Initial quit claim of 1/3rd interest (single owner to 3 joint tenants with rights of survivorship on title).

I'm slightly below market rent. 

In our market we have an average number of sunny days.

A source of good quality notes and a market to sell them to.