This includes if the property does not close.Your agent should be holding your hand through this process.  

25 day escrow and it should be a clean finish.

Umbrella insurance can be a smart way to shield yourself and your partners from potential risks that basic policies might not cover.From what I’ve heard, local insurance agents familiar with investment properties in your area are a great starting point.

A good investor friendly agent typically does “driving for dollars,” from what I’ve heard, and they might have a direct line on off market properties.Eyes on the Future - At 19, you can stack up quite the portfolio over the next decade.

Being OOS, finding a good investor friendly agent, who you can trust, is the most important.

Whether its for investors, agents, or just a general meet up for like minded individuals .

I would say get connected with a local agent and also set up with a lender that has you pre approved to make it super easy making offers.

I am looking to network and build a strong business relationship with a local real estate agent.

Quote from @Will Fraser: Hi @Patricia Smith, I'd recommend a few things:- NEVER use an agent who is managing properties on the side. 

You might also meet title agents who have resources on, say, foreclosures or probates…and might recommend lenders who actually lend on more difficult projects (as the title companies also know which lenders can close and which are difficult).I also go visit open houses to see what sorts of finish to put on my renovations or to look for the next house or area in which to purchase.