There are a number of us BP members pretty close to you that get together monthly to discuss a number of things involved in REI.

If flying over is not an option for you,, I think you have no choice but to wait the 6 months out and get yourself ready with all the peripherals - solidify your plan of action and market,  reach out to potential partners and suppliers, research financing options, insurance, management etc etc- so when you do finally get there- you can hit the ground running.The other option that I am now  getting more involved in slowly - is online  crowdfunding - A lot less hands on- but far more doable long distance.All the best

I am looking into purchasing my first long-term, buy and hold rental property (my dad currently owns 3 units but this is the first I will be involved in).  

Hopefully, someone well versed in the Tax Code specifics will get involved. 

Hi,I am new to real estate investing, but have been wanting to get involved for a long time, yet have not seriously spent time learning.

There is a complicated way around this that involves changing the distribution schedule so the contractor total comes out as a draw.

I have an attorney now and if we get to a common ground I'll definitely be getting him involved. 

I'm definitely ready to pay for an attorney, in a situation that involves me and any other party.

Not much for finding you a good deal.Understand involving a realtor is like calling an attorney and asking for advice. 

@Chaim F.Where are you currently involved?