You are talking about analyzing deals on a spreadsheet only since you want to look out of state.

Dave Meyer and Henry Washington talked about their strategies for buying multiple properties on yesterday's episode of the BiggerPockets Real Estate Podcast: How to Buy Multiple Rental Properties a Year (Is It Possible?). 

Maybe you can talk them in to seller financing with a big downpayment?

The members here on BP that talk about STR auto-run systems didn't install those systems and find dependable cleaners & handymen overnight.

I would talk to your servicer to see if they can assist you. 

I know, why do you think I talk to you like a local lol.I used to swim in steven creek reservoir!

If the tenant asks you what's going on, tell them they can move out or talk to your attorney.

Now, lets talk about credit. 

Keep at it because the way you talk and your analysis preference + being good with people is the key to what you want to do.

I will PM  you so we can talk.