I do engagement marketing in a trades focused field lending me to having very good relationships with tradespeople whom I consider friends- and I trust thoroughly.

These borrowers are typically out of the market for extended periods of time, have limited contacts in the debt world, lack understanding of how different loan programs work, and are susceptible to working with the one bank / credit union loan officer that they know through their family, friends, church group, college, etc.

None the less, its a very investable area and owner friendly state.

Have friends that did that, especially with a second home and worked out well.... but a LOT of work!

BTW, a lot also depends on which state you are in .Here in Texas, its much more landlord friendly than other areas.

Then, in a week, have a friend of yours contact the listing agent and get it under contract.  

Your 'friend' is crazy not you.

U can ping me I have a friend their in Honolulu that may look at this as well. 

Center Point is not investor friendly anymore so I would advise staying away from the rental side.

Additionally, the price point is still cheap enough to find the 1% rule and positive cash flow and it's super landlord friendly.