While  I get my feet wet but , paying 2k-15k for information on the Internet is scam ..

Was it through internet search/referral/ other channels? 

In the end, people rely on internet for all sorts of things and you want that to be reliable.

Washer/dryer, internet etc.

For the community development dept, you'll need proper plans (architect), site survey, permits, etc. when you're ready. 

Did you factor in utilities, internet, etc.?

There is a very big difference in my point of view hearing from someone who knows someone first hand vs. someone who just goes and does some internet research. 

The internet makes the world very small.As far as buying out of state, one challenge I did not see any other replies mention is your occupancy. 

Embarassing self-reply, but if anyone on the internets stumbles on this one. 

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