I have a lot of houses that my friends with say is "high crime", but that is because it is areas they would not live and do not understand.

If you get it back expect to pay a good amount in legal feesIf you’re friend did the same they are up the creek too.Hard lesson to learn.

I joined BiggerPockets to connect with like-minded individuals, learn from experienced members, and contribute to discussions where I can add value.

Sounds like it could generate some good monthly income, but it could also be a hassle being that far away and only 1 property.Yes, but we have friends in Fairhope that manage rental properties so we aren't as concerned about that. 

Prepare for the journey by partnering with an investor-friendly agent.Good luck!

Look at purchase HUDS, statement of work if it was a renovation and the sale HUD to make sure they made money on the deal.An organized and easy to navigate borrower's package.Security documents to collateralize the loan against real, tangible property.I loaned $60K to some “friends from church” for a flip they were doing about 8 years ago.

I’m eager to connect with individuals who are experienced in real estate investing so I can grow and develop on this new path.

In order to avoid wasting time on a bunch of individual showings with unqualified applicants, perhaps consider doing what I do and host “open house” style showing windows. 

Have you attended any events from this group: https://www.meetup.com/annapolis-baltimore-real-estate-inves...I have friends that attend similar meetings with REA groups in other markets and say it's really useful.

Side note I have one landlord friend who actually has his renew in the middle of winter so they can't find another place.