If there is rot and its a more extensive of a job than merely replacing the window that will drive cost as well so you should seek a line item budget from the installers.  

Simple... if you are moving more than 1-2 hours drive away from the property HIRE A PM!

And that is true, they have someone drive by and take a few photos.

A 1' x 3' hole is no more work to fix than a 6"x6" one.These are the sort of repairs that will scare off homeowners and let you drive a good bargain.

It will track the mileage as you drive.

I focus on Columbus, Ohio, which has seen significant growth, especially with tech giants like Intel, Meta, Amazon, and Google setting up operations, driving up property prices and job opportunities.

That is much lower risk than handing him a bunch of cash and watching him drive away with it. 

Conversely, if you're interested in short-term rentals, I recommend using tools like AirDNA to identify markets with high potential, based on the market score of the surrounding region.Additionally, understanding your financing options is crucial.

So a one year prepayment will drive the rate higher than a 5 year prepayment penalty.

How safe/what grade would you assign to Academy, Kingsway West, and the surrounding neighborhoods?