To me a house hack will most likely work in Tulsa - I haven't done any research on that area, but as far as I know it's not a crazy market like places in California etc.Also read a lot, get some books from your local library or purchase some online.

Per our zoning attorney "all that matters is your rights and limitations under the current zoning".

I've worked with several loan servicers, and no matter who you use, it's not fun setting it up, but I've had easier success communicating with OnePoint.They have a login portal to track payments etc, like you mentioned. 

To make matters worse, the horrendous demographics mean that there's going to be a huge surplus of properties, accelerating the depreciation.

I have pretty good w2 income so it’s just a matter of sometime before I have cash to buy another.

They are highly secretive however - no online presence under their names while being very tech-advanced, they also installed like seven cameras around the house perimeter.

This way the broker can search hundreds of lenders (Including Easy Street Capital) instead of just hoping that one lender can get you a good deal.A direct lender can work very well for Conventional loans, but if you were hoping to get a good deal I would look elsewhere Or you could search for hundreds of lenders here on BP or online yourself and avoid paying broker fees..

Presentation matters too – a nice basket or box can make even simple items feel special.Good luck with your welcome baskets!

Also go online to loopnet and crexi and look up similar properties to lease.  

Definitely join your local chapter of REIA (real estate investors association) or join one of the ones that are fully online (Columbus and Cincinnati).