Both were priced higher than mine and one was not updated from it's 70's interior style.

I really believe that learning comes from teaching and on the forums I can teach those just starting out and it in turn boosts my own learning.

Because every person learns differently and has priorities of importance, it is reasonable to do your homework based on what resonates with your style. 

Don't forget you are a BIGGER POCKETS member and everyone here has your back and we want you to succeed.I am sure that you can find a good mentor in your area that would be willing to teach you the ropes as long as you can make sure it is a mutually beneficial relationship.For the deals you are asking about in your post try finding another wholesaler or rehab specialist in your area that you may be able to partner up with.50% of something is better than 100% of nothing.To your success,

Teach her not to remove her tree off my house.

All I know that through getting my BA in Accounting teachers did not teach me those tricks and a specially how to construct HSA (health savings account) which you can then invest into real estate, this insurance can be passed to your kids.

Since I'm an unlucky person I had to go out my way in the form of reaching out to others for answer this road works both ways sitting and waiting is just not my style personally nothing gets done that way. 

I just got back from teaching English in Korea, and I am waiting till July to start my day job as a substitute teacher.  

The HOA won't allow weekly rentals or Air BnB style stuff which is a shame because I could rent the heck out of it for the summer and winter (it's near both lakes, mountains, Tanglewood, and a ski resort).

Let the tenants know about your management style and explore common goals you share.