But normally, 2-4 weeks before your moving date sounds reasonable.

Might not seem like a lot to some, but that helps a great deal in my lifestyle.

But after 2 weeks this feels like the new normal.

Essentially, I would target my scouting more than a normal wholesaler would, as I am specifically looking in the markets my investor friends are interested in, and at the criteria they have for their investments. 

But then because of the crash,  the sheriff's office  was running way behind.  7 weeks instead of normal 2.   

You will not have any cash reserves to rehab the property, or deal with issues that crop up during the normal course of owning a rental property, which is very risky.

@Jeremy Rameyit is normally suggested to create the LLC in the state it will do business in.You should consult with an attorney to help understand how an LLC will best protect you.

Currently I live in Florida but I’m open to moving to another state and a smaller town lifestyle.

buy based on location, do a 10-15 year note, refi in 3-5 years with great equity to a longer term note then rent it outorsave your money while renting and put a larger dn pmt into a house purchaseorendless possibilities..... depends on your income, credit, commute, lifestyle, etc...There are not many good deals in Austin to house hack right now

If you have more time than money, then direct real estate is most likely your only choice.The downside is that if someone is brand new like you, they have a much higher than normal chance of making expensive mistakes.2) With syndication/Crowdfunding, once you identify the sponsor you do not have to do anything else.