start w local bank or CU ?

This strategy aligns well with the buy-and-hold model.Leverage Local Expertise: Partner with professionals like real estate agents familiar with rental markets and property managers who understand tenant needs.

Renting the PropertyIf your parents rent out the home, they have multiple income-generating opportunities: Renting As-Is: A 4-bed/2.5-bath home in a desirable area could command a high rental rate, likely around $2,500–$3,500/month, depending on local market conditions.

Are you considering expanding locally or branching out to other areas?

Your property taxes will also be higher as you can't use the home owner's grant.There might be local RE meet ups in Vancouver area where you can go and listen to what others have to say. 

—it’s also about reliability, attention to detail, and someone who just “gets” your space and your guests’ expectations.Do you have any hidden gems, local recommendations, or tips to share?

Ask a local professional.I hear u .Either I settle or go to court on the 17 of January.

Do you rely on inspections, local contractors, the agent, or property managers to get eyes on it?

Perhaps reach out to local agents who work with a lot of buyers in your market and see if any of them need a place to rent while they house shop (inventory is still low).

If I purchased a home locally I’d have to ask well beyond the market rate on rent just to break even.