Yes but I'm more curious about the funding aspect of things.

You need to understand at least some basics about code, systems (electrical, plumbing, etc) assessing various aspects of the property's condition (roof, paint) and probably remaining life of property features.And when you can do these things sufficiently, then you make offers.

I've probably read 2 dozen or so since on various aspects of multifamily. 

It has practical advice on most aspects of managing rentals and includes the specific laws for each state.

I identify with many aspects of your post.  

I have found that the networking aspect for online events is definitely no where near the level of those in-person meetings.

If you want to know the positive aspects of turnkey you can ask any turnkey provider, so I'll just state some of the negative factors you might be overlooking:1- You probably won't be able to sell the property for what you bought it for.

If you can reduce, remove, or even profit on your main living expenses (which for 99% of us, is our biggest expense), it'll teach you every aspect of the business, a lot of headaches to deal with, all while improving your financial situation to help springboard into more investments, or just live more comfortably and not deal with the largest expense for the general population.

One aspect you've left out is appreciation.

I hadn't really given the depreciation aspect consideration.