Furthermore, how can I effectively grow my real estate portfolio quickly, yet without venturing into high-risk territory?

James,that questions has a lot of open territory.  

Pros:  Lower cost to get into the game, potential for future growth with future expansion.Cons:  Less income comparative to DC/NOVA, investing in a lesser known territory, slower growth and appreciation, less cashflow due to property value/availability/whatever local reason??

I had helped another investor friend of mine, so I am familiar with the process here in Philadelphia, so I could have done it myself.However,  my immune system is compromised as I had stage 3B Melanoma, diagnosed in 2017, so I just passed the 5 year mark in remission, but the treatments unfortunately put me at high risk of getting covid and having it be more dangerous for me than someone who has a better working immune system.

Why is it dangerous for them to think like a VA?

The single most stressful, and dangerous, part of managing a building is when you have vacancy.

Wimauma is not as dangerous because it's further inland from Sun City that is surounded by man made lakes or Borrow Pits.

This is uncharted territory for me, so if I'm missing anything, let me know!

This concept is intriguing, yet I'm treading carefully as it's unfamiliar territory for me.I would greatly appreciate hearing from anyone who has experience or thoughts on this matter.

@Dylan Barnard  There is nothing precluding a Chapter 475 licensee from wholesaling but it is very, very dangerous and I have personally defended multiple brokerages who have been sued after an agent or an "affiliate" wholesaled a deal where an agent was involved.