we have had record year last two years in the following.1. new construction2. flipping in the sub 250k range in secondary cities3. land flipping 4. land development for sfr and flip to national builders.No slowing down in 25.what we dont do or did do was rentals.. everything but. 

NYC property values are increasing at or above the national average (4%).

It’s a smart way to get eyes on the property without being there yourself.When you’re working with sellers, what’s been the most effective way for you to establish trust remotely?

I'm not sure about your partner here if he has the backing or experience as an engineer but my experience with engineers is they don't have practical real world experience like you have by doing projects all over the nation. 

I would put the house in a trust with my daughter as executor.

Anyone here investing in short-term rentals in Gary, Indiana, and near the Dunes National Park?

Thats a different perspective.. the guru's cannot be national gurus and be at the street level  too many students in to many time zones.

National debt versus GDP3.  

Cincinnati and Columbus chapters are very active here and nationally and a great resource for networking, recommended contractors/vendors and education.

He holds them in trust and cannot take ownership of them until a future event has occurred: A charge related to the tenants' leases for breach or excessive wear and tear, etc.No credit, no physical transfer, no closing.