I imagine it can be tricky without face-to-face interaction, but it sounds like you’ve got a solid approach.Honestly, I don't have a process for establishing trust with sellers other than being polite and professional.

It's an exciting journey that can offer both financial rewards and personal satisfaction.

Caution:  Personal credit card financing is a huge risk and good luck finding 0 percent interest today.

Outside of aesthetics, make sure you have cleaners, maintenance and turnaround worked out so you go in with a solid plan.

-- solid strategy as well, if you go this route I would consider investing with an operator that specializes in this asset class.

Personally that is what I wanted, an active mentor. 

Getting a property with a 3% mortgage that offered both equity appreciation and solid cash flow is what sparked my passion for real estate investing.

(My credit scores are solid.)Thank you in advance for any feedback.

Hey Grace I may be able to point you in the right direction for DSCR lenders and some solid property managers in Ohio.

I am betting your gonna find a lot more friendly amicable persons than shut doors.