.- Highlight the Certainty and Convenience: I emphasize the certainty of closing with me versus the potential uncertainties of listing with a realtor.

Partnering with a good property management company can help you handle the distance, but be careful with tax’s material participation rules if you expect tax savings.Sticking local is convenient, but branching out might give you better opportunities to meet your financial goals.

it is not under a normal use when the appliances break down.it comes from neglect, especially when they are new.I have already made a decision.If I get a pushback they can rent a crappy place, not my place..there are always options...Appliances are provided for a convenience and not a part of rent.Tenants will be responsible and I do not have to suck anything up.

There's no real value add other than your convenience.  

Hey Joe, would like to connect with you about managing a few properties of mine in the Baltimore area, please reach put at your earliest convenience 

It is 100x easier if you are investing in your own state though, and a little smaller rate of return might be worth the convenience.

It is temporary, convenient, and necessary.  

Some HML may be ok with desktop appraisal/BPO compared to a traditional lender.If you are doing renovation then the draw process i find private lenders to have more flexibility in regards to draws and number of draws. a HML is more convenient but you will pay for convenience. 

Not saying you did, but often people love to quote the cashflow but conveniently leave out capex, which can be considerable on a bunch of individual houses. 

Agents often conveniently leave put certain expenses such as property management, lawn care, etc.Depending on different factors you may also consider investing with partners on a larger property.