@Ben CallahanCheck out markets that can fit with your lifestyle, time, and energy.

They might have access to portfolio loan programs that fit your buyer’s situation. 

I have attended a number of seminars and trainings by other gurus and have walked away from many with a bad taste in my mouth.

For example, looking at the Scottsdale/Tempe border but on the Scottsdale zip code side might be a good fit for this. 

I'd love to walk you through our market and be a resource for you.

Since you can’t do a formal inspection, a detailed contractor walk-through and phased renovation estimate are key.Have you considered checking city records for past permits to uncover any unaddressed issues?

I assist investors in locating properties that fit their investment needs in DFW, TX and Birmingham, AL; so, this thread has been very beneficial!

I would love to simply walk away but TX is a recourse state for deficiency judgements.Buying was a blunder and this has been an expensive lesson.

We are a great fit for beginner investors.

Other locals with similar experience had mentioned that this scenario might not be the best fit and it turned out to be correct.