In exchange for this, I offer my expertise.

Please continue to share your knowledge, expertise on BP. 

Stucco and roofs are typically what most regular people don't have a ton of expertise in.

On a home that had been properly rehabbed, this should be a sound financial investment.Considering the fact that you are investing in real estate with unknowns - tenants, unforseen maintenance issues, insurance claims, etc - to me - a 4-5% return doesn't seem like an adequate return on my investment (risk vs reward).

He's an agent at a firm up there, and knows Loudon really, really well - his expertise, both in the area and the business - might be a benefit if you haven't made a decision yet.

The rewards are plentiful.

I wish you the best of luck in that and know it would be rewarding in more ways than one!

I encourage you to stay involved in the community and see where BP will lead you.Real estate is a rewarding journey if you can put all the pieces together.  

Long-distance investing is certainly more of a challenge but can be very rewarding considering the difference in property prices from London to MA!  

I have offered him a split on any property I get in return for his expertise and mentorship and he has agreed.