Find Brandon's videos on YouTube for the "four square" method of analyzing homes and practice.

I recommend checking with your lender about their specific requirements.

Another investor told me about assignments, specifically cooperative assignments. 

This program teaches to stick with a couple specific cards and learn to "stack" points so they have far more value.

I will hire a local person for emergencies and other stuff but wondering if anyone on this forum had specific details.

I am not yet familiar with specific areas though.Because of the high cap rates, your question does make sense.

But I saw photos, videos, etc. 

Hello everyone,I’m currently exploring opportunities to invest in real estate in Canada, specifically in the Osoyoos, BC area.

I wonder if it is feasible to pre-qualify prospects financially and criminally before touring"No, that's a fast pass to getting sued for violating a whole assortment of laws, how many and which all depending on the specifics to the potential buyer. 

@Megan Mason recommend you watch some of the videos from @James Wise youtube channel on S8 evictions.We've been dealing with S8 tenants for over 20 years and they are NOT a cure-all for rent collection challenges.Since rents in Class A & B areas exceed S8 limits, most of your S8 rentals are going to be in Class C/D areas.