He knows nothing relevant about this purchase. 

Focus on areas with strong rental demand, like Broad Ripple, Fountain Square, or near universities like Butler and IUPUI.Maintenance Costs: Indiana weather can be tough on properties, so budget for seasonal maintenance like snow removal and HVAC servicing.Additional AdviceKeep an Emergency Fund: Unexpected repairs or vacancies can arise, so having 3-6 months of expenses saved will help you weather any surprises.Build a Reliable Team: I have lists of contractors, handymen, cleaners and property managers if you'd like me to send.Good luck with your property and future expansion!

If you had good credit (670-730 range), you have 20% to make a down payment, and sufficient income to qualify for the home you want to purchase - Would you choose the FIRST-TIME HOME BUYER or CONVENTIONAL purchase option...which would you pick and WHY?

Starting local offers hands-on experience and control, ideal for learning the ropes, while out-of-state investments can provide better returns but require a reliable property manager.

A reliable lender can fund a loan within days, this opens the door to countless more deals allowing you to get the best possible price. 

Have you guys ever purchased a property without physically seeing it?

I think it is easy to become overly reliable on these tools and just let it run.

I would consider getting 1-2 deals on market before you purchase off-market.

I know for example we can fund up to 90% of the purchase and 100% of the rehab when we're funding the purchase and the rehab.

My goal is to purchase my first property between now and mid to late 2025.