Look at property values, trends, and neighborhoods to identify opportunities.5) Create a Budget: Determine how much you can invest, considering all associated costs like down payments, closing costs, and maintenance.6) Build a Network: Connect with real estate agents, investors, lenders, and other professionals.

If your listing sounds "professional", these folks are much more likely to want to deal with you.

Readers are advised to seek professional advice.

For a complete understanding, it is recommended to review the full text of Assembly Bill 1771 and consult with legal and tax professionals.

Since you're in Europe and can't visit the property, you can hire a professional third-party home inspector or a local property manager who offers property evaluation services.

So let's start with your point #1 on listening to the professionals. 

Readers should seek professional advice.

It will be a quality, move in ready home for a first time home buyerDid you work with any real estate professionals (agents, lenders, etc.) that you'd recommend to others?

Always get professional inspections and understand the local market.

Professionals dont work cheap , or fast .Well when dealing with a licensed , professional contracting company  , We have to follow the laws of our state .