There are phone apps that help with that. 

Some of my clients in this scenario literally just pick-up the phone, tell the seller of their specific property they are interested and they are well qualified, and see if there is some kind of fit. 

I’m going to PM my brothers phone number in Italy.

Hi Everyone, If I only have tenant's birthday, driver license number, and phone number, can I still have a collection agency to help me to collect the delinquent rent?

Extremely communicative and Bob spent time over multiple phone calls answering specific questions I had concerning the deal.

Also, when it comes to negotiating the rent: - Should I ask for a phone call or virtual meeting to discuss the price?

You GOTTA use WIDE-angel photos. many phones have great features for this now, or there is app's for it, or lenses, lens adapters. get something, anything, or buy a new phone that does it.

They and their investors don't typically spend much time on BP because they get the most value from meeting with Neal and his team in person at meetups and on phone calls. 

I don't know what I have to gain about doing otherwise.If ANYONE would like to chat further, please DM and I'll send you my cell phone number so we can chat directly.

Your best bet is to get on the phone, get multiple opinions, multiple quotes, and make decisions on the type of build before pulling the trigger.