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Check with your lender and what they would require.Think of everything you can to make it win-win for the buyer. 

I learned how much an escrow account check matters to your overall mortgage payment.

But after four checks they paused distributions on this fund also.

You could also check what Realtors in your market are preferred agents here on BP- they should have at least a little experience with investing and a network built up. 

I learned how much an escrow account check matters to your overall mortgage payment.

He said even driving to pick up the rent check doesn't count (the driving part doesn't count), but picking up the check does (how long does that take?

Best thing is to check with attorney.  

This was my first property, and while it's been a great learning experience, I made several mistakes along the way—ranging from choosing a realtor who was more focused on closing the deal than finding the right house to having a poor inspection and overlooking issues hidden beneath the surface (literally).

Everyone in here seems to keep asking for someone that has done it, here is a video of someone that did get the check!