They strategically avoid speaking to customers and offer support via online chat to a non US based helpdesk.

Cities like these offer untapped potential without the intense competition found in larger metros.3.

We offered our impacted tenants a hotel room while we were awaiting repairs, but both tenants decided it was easier to stay put. 

What loan terms are currently being offered for these type of rentals? 

I am a very communal, tribe before self type of person even when I have such little to give I offer what I have for the good of the team.

He offered $150,000 then we had another neighbor reach out and offered $175,000.

Lot's of lenders will want local (boots on the ground) to feel comfortable doing a loan.  

Hindsight Critique•Continue to build relationships to increase deal flow•Property manager (Mercer Hughes) is critical to completing renovations and quick tenant placement•Continue to build relationships with private lenders and personal investors•Have cash available to make quick competitive offers Did you work with any real estate professionals (agents, lenders, etc.) that you'd recommend to others?

Also, consider the impact on your liquidity—ensure you won’t need that cash elsewhere during the project.Off-Market Deals: These can offer better margins.

If rates come down at all I predict we’ll be back in a strong sellers market (competitive offers, steep appreciation etc) because inventory is still low.