I would never recommend anyone consider anything remotely similar to what you're promoting, and would also advise anyone in our community to avoid this user and his ideas.

Partner up with a friend and buy one together a be roomies for a year. 

Good morning all,I was talking to a friend today who lives in Dubai.

You could also house hack and rent all the rooms out to friends, but some people would rather have their own space.

Just call back and be friendly.

We have a friend that is local that has offered to show it for a small fee if it comes to that. 

One of the most important skills you didn't mention is networking, which you are obviously doing well at too.I'd recommend connecting 1:1 (zoom, coffee. lunch, etc.) with a couple from the BP Chicago community or better yet check out some of the local meetups: https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/521-real-estate-events-...Make friends with the meetup hosts...they will often know whos who and can help you make the right connections.Regarding your license, I think it's a great idea if you have the time and are going at it with the right intentions. 

You may not want to be blogging to get an answer...Maddof's friends all sang his praises.

Since my tax guy is of no use, I reached out to a friend who works for a different tax group/CPA and this new firm was kind enough to look into my predicament.

Baltimore City is tenant friendly and very hostile to investors.