It's always worth checking recent reviews to ensure you're getting someone who can move at the speed you need.A quick Anecdote: I had a friend who went through a similar process recently.

Hello all,We have a prospective family friend that would like to do a sale private party.

Personally, i dont have any family here in Boston, just college friends, who will graduate and go to different places or back home.

We are not pet friendly.

The outcome was great.. they secured a mid-century home with a rental unit that offered both a comfortable living space and a reliable income stream.On a personal note, a friend of mine made a bold move and purchased in a slightly less popular area.

i.e. hard money, friend/family money, 401k loan.

Maybe you are talking about building more townhome style, which, I have a builder friend that just built a four townhomes and are selling fine, as well.  

I recommend reaching out to BP support for assistance.Additionally, it might be a good idea to connect with investor-friendly agents during your search.

I also have some interested friends if the work requires multiple people.

WA is not a landlord friendly state, but if you are going to invest in WA, the eastern side has some hot spots like the tri-cities area that may yield good cash flow and appreciation and still be close enough for you to go there when you need to.