I’m a bit puzzled on acquiring a property from a distance and any tips on this topic would be much appreciated.

Depending what the lender is looking for, you can adjust each of the 3 pieces of the puzzle as needed.

Learning each trades pricing (tile install, carpet install, drywall install, plumbing, electrical, roofing, HVAC, painting, landscaping, etc, one can start putting the pieces of the puzzle together and hire each subcontractor.

These are important parts of the puzzle, but I'll try to answer as best I can.First of all, from a conventional-lending standpoint, 4-unit properties are still considered residences. 5 and above units moves you into commercial lending territory.

Rental comps and CMAs are important but they are only one part of the puzzle.

Since I am good with computers and technology in general I decided to get a job as a software engineer so far I enjoy programming since I get excited by solving complicated puzzles in unique ways. 

When you have his piece of the puzzle it will make it easier to figure out what you need to do.

The instruction to put the real estate puzzle together are in the text books, otherwise you're just being shown pieces and many of those pieces don't fit. 

It puzzles me why anyone would do it when they could negotiate at least 10-15% down......so, yes, you can get a deal if you submit a good clean offer.

He looked at me puzzled and said, "That's a good question."