Evaluate exit strategies for buyers before locking in any deals.

However, this risk needs to be weighted against other risks of managing properties remotely since doing it from ON has its own issues (can't do even smallest of repairs on your own, can't check on the condition of the units, can't even show them to tenants in person to evaluate those tenants when you are first renting to them, etc).

Since my strategy would definitely involve house hacking, I was thinking about house hacking with a mixed-use property.It could be interesting to evaluate as a strategy, but only if I can access financing with a low downpayment.How would that work from a financing standpoint? 

Each option comes with its own set of risks and benefits, and a careful evaluation is necessary to make the best decision for your circumstances.

Evaluate the return on your investment property against other investments in your equity portfolio.  

This is what flippers will likely use to evaluate the deal, so keep that in mind as you determine your offer price.

Fix it up over 1-2 years then evaluate what's the best play (stay, sell, refi, STR rent, LTR rent, etc...) 

I am evaluating 2 deals out there, and was hoping to get feedback on.3/2 duplex - new construction in Sand Springs neighborhood (hopefully low capex for first decade). 

Whenever we'd evaluate property prior to its purchase or if we wanted to get a site plan approved, we'd get a wetland expert involved.

Ascertain your investing budget, evaluate your level of risk tolerance, and set attainable financial objectives.Carry out in-depth market research on the fields that interest you.