To say that you are "disgusted" by their approach is emotional and displays a naïve approach to how business operates.Most would jump at your opportunity and leverage what you have to try and get an even better deal from the bank. 

I'm right across the border in NH if you want to connect.

We sell sfr turn keys for $50k...give or take a few grand, on the Illinois and Indiana border.

I would only add that you should always check that the listing is directly listed by a licensed (in your state) broker (license should be displayed on the site) and that it is not a referral service that will gather your property info and resell it to a local Broker in your area. 

When I was searching for some ideas my friend suggested to use the window as a family photo display.

I find passion in finding the deals and typing the numbers into a spreadsheet displaying returns, all in cost, etc, along with the other financial aspects.

I can't seem to find any info on other states however, especially since Google insists that every search result displays info for CA.

My folks live in a small town just across the TN border and pass by you on 65 all the time!  

For that reason many smaller investors will go to 4 in the District then cross the border for their next purchases.

My house is on 1/2 acre and borders wet lands.