Advice.....For SFH Just accept there will be competing offers for any decent property in those areas. 

I've always gotten a signed "authorization to release loan info" from the owner on record. 

Readers should seek professional advice.

Thanks in advance for any advice!

I just did my first land deal, went to the builder for advice due to not understanding the process and how to price in that area.

My advice - use your cash to learn how to joint-venture on a deal with someone who has experience.

This is the first home I've ever (possibly) bought and my first investment property.Any advice on how I should approach with my counteroffer? 

Regarding remote activation, my advice is first time you do this, make yourself a folder, save all the channels there, make sure you are sharing your folders via your browser of choice for easy access on the goGood Luck

Would love to talk to anyone who is local to get a better feel for the area and have some folks to get advice from. 

Any advice or resources would be greatly appreciated.