I agree with where Nicholas is going, first, if it's feasible I'd recommend house hacking some type of multi family or even a single family that's local to you. 

My local community bank.

@Kuba Rogut options:1) In-house maintenance team2) Out-sourced local maintenance team3) Outsource to Latchel, Porch, etc., 3rd party companies4) Mix of the above

That’s why I’m always refining my approach—whether it’s using alternative data sources, networking with local professionals, or adjusting how I reach out to owners. 

You’ll want to check with local credit unions or smaller banks since they often have more flexible HELOC options.

Hi Brian, not sure how close you are to NH but there’s a couple local meetups that happen every month in The NH seacoast area just across the Maine border if that is something that interest you. 

Folks say use a local lender.

IF you can't find information for your local area from a reliable source (ie government) that you are comfortable following, hire an attorney who does evictions.

Yesterday I went in to the local city clerks office to request a list of properties with code violations.

She's from CT, but lives in CR for most of the year, so I assume she'll know some local folks.