If you're an agent or investor, how do you build trust and partnerships in global markets? 

Forward texts & calls to a property manager (or trusted friend/contact) when needed while still keeping a full message history.Why?

I travel somewhat frequently for work during the weeks so also trying to wrap my head around how to best structure for that.Anyone open to connecting and / or have any trusted people to help in the event of maintenance issues?

Who would you trust for a thorough and detailed inspection?

Trust your plan.

If it's a matter of removing him and not an assumption and they are asking you to refinance; you may look at moving the property into a trust. 

Since I'm just starting, I'd appreciate any insights on:-The best ways to build trust and credibility as a beginner.

If you can't leave NY, I really wouldn't try to do a BRRR from that far away unless you have someone you trust who is local.

He does a lot of webinars, zooms where you can ask questions and has people to do Trusts, etc, entity formation.

Yes, you can seller-finance the property with a wraparound mortgage (also called an all-inclusive trust deed).