I agree with many others weighing in on this thread that trusting that rehab is done properly while you are located far away is a risky proposition. 

With respect to the $1000, its a risk-reward proposition.

Looks like this is a higher risk proposition based on finding the right contractor. 

We are looking at something near the downtown district and we hope this will be an attractive proposition given the touristic nature of the town.  

If they cannot express to you their value proposition in 1-2 minutes, then you might be working with an average agent instead of an investor-friendly agent who can help you hit your goals.

You could approach these people with an equity share or interest payment proposition, which may be the investment opportunity they’ve been searching for.

Hi @Andy Cross,They way I see it, you can "waste" your time knocking doors, talking to real people, getting real experience and real feedback on your value proposition OR you can waste your time pretending you're working putting together marketing materials without any experience and feedback, spend money, and hope that someone calls you so that you can get face-to-face with them to get real experience and feedback on your value proposition.Door knocking isn't that huge a commitment.

I understand the rate of changing people's minds in these conversations will be low, but I sort of enjoy the conversation and I truly believe these folks are worth engaging because I like helping people and providing for my family - and helping sellers net more money with less work is a win-win proposition.

Factor in the high property taxes, high insurance costs, and the inevitable repairs/vacancy.....it's a losing proposition.  

Seems like a bit of a problem to me.Baltimore Residents Losing Homes Amid Crippling Increases In Water Bills To Pay For Crumbling InfrastructureWith its surging violence and failing public schools, being a Baltimore resident these days doesn't seem to be that enticing a proposition.