I can take pictures or videos of a property if you don't feel like flying all the way to check out a few properties. 

that's were your going to get a fly in the ointment.. in Oregon you need to be a licensed state rmlo to do any lending on 1 to 4 units.. 

Tom Dyman, Pensacola, FL. I

I had brought up the point that most places are going for 5-10% off asking, as well as I’m saving her the 6% she would be paying in agent fees since the awesome guys at Deacon-Hoover are handling my paperwork, but was only able to bring her down to $195,000 which she seems pretty firm at.My dilemma is I really like the place, I have a ton of tools and constantly flipping/rebuilding motorcycles, cars and jet skis so having a garage in the city is very crucial to me.

I always recommend to take the time and money to fly over here and drive around and see the neighborhoods and vibe of the area.

Believe me I wouldn’t be flying across country for nothing.As for what you do, I have no doubt from your words that you are a man of integrity and offer a good product.

I would do two things: get professional bids on renovations (no fly-by-night contractors offering to save you a buck) and ensure I have the funds set aside to cover the cost.If you don't want it, I'm happy to take it off your hands.

The issue is inventory is flying off the shelves before I can even go see some of these props let alone put an offer in.

@Ian Hoover How long soon after I buy a property can I do a cash-out refinance?

Or flying to a REI conference?