BUT, the people that have applied are by and large good potential tenants and pre-qualified (less tire kickers than my $1300/mo rentals).  

I think I have a better eye for quality than the skill to produce it.It will be great when we start meeting people in person.

FHB typically have to get a loan but you can qualify without a down payment, so if your credit is good you can get into this  program relatively easy. 

Many of the landlords in Worcester go for Section 8 rents as they are more stable, but then you are subject to inspectors determining if your house qualifies for their programs. 

Once I felt I had enough knowledge and that I was trapped in an analysis paralysis, I decided to leverage my skill set and financial position and begin to wholesale.

While initially, this strategy seemed so risky because of the distance and not being able to check in on our investments, I believe that with a few deals behind me, I can leverage the skills I have built building my catering business into building a great support team.

While many new or less knowledgeable investors see syndication as a holy grail, the truth is that it may or may not fit your plan, it may or may not be achievable for you depending on your knowledge, skills, track record, experience, and ALWAYS carries a risk of having to defend lawsuits when investors are unhappy with results.  

Why not connect with a realtor in Washington and purchase the home prior to your move while you still have W2 income to qualify for the FHA loan?

May be a moot point if they are not qualified for other reasons.Have an animal policy, not a pet one. 

I'm starting wholesaling, but I still need to understand some details about closing the deal.Let's say I found a qualified seller, went to his property and everything checks out, I have the seller sign an assignable purchase and sale contract.