Best bet is to try local and credit unions, possibly may have some programs for better rates.

I have my own leads (name of decedent, physical address of property, personal representative for the estate, Their physical address.

I hire local professionals for inspections and cleaning, but even then, I’ve run into issues where things were missed because I wasn’t physically there.3.Tools: I use software like Tenant Cloud for rent collection and maintenance tracking, but no tool can replace having someone who can physically check on properties.

At the time, I had just graduated with a physics degree, landed a great job in the Bay Area, and was newly married.

Do you want your son to bet the financial outcome of his 20s on this seller's ability to make good choices? 

The engineer should be able to advise on the best lot line outcome, especially if there are physical circumstances to consider, such as wetlands.

If it's more complicated eviction.com may be your best bet to use they are pretty cost effective.

If not, hard money is probably your best bet

***************************************************************Ah, so much for betting on Future Appreciation. 

@Michael BaumEvery property we ever stayed at had a physical book so yes - it definitely suffices.