The only thing that bests fear is courage and we only need a mustard seed of that to get things going...People often spend money on college and never go in to the field they spent that money on...the greatest lessons and the ones most remembered are learned 'on the job'.Wishing you more good news in the future and an exceptional 2025. 

Really your reply is the kind of thing that has made Bigger Pockets so valuable for people like me with more limited access to a broad range of more experienced professionals.

This is a great place to learn and to connect with people so take advantage of all the great resources.Welcome aboard and best of luck investing!

It works great for many people -- not me -- but it might be your best option considering your distance. 

The credit committee is usually made up of local people who are familiar with the market they are in.

Most lay people have zero idea how to get through a transaction.

See if you can get a copy of The Millionnaire Real Estate Investor by Keller.The Slight Edge and Atomic Habits too.Awesome board with many smart people having own suggestions and ideas to grow wealth!!

They likely know people in the area, and then they might feel that you are trying all avenues to find the next tenant.

Too many people get stuck in analysis by paralysis and then before they know it it's been 5 years and they are in the same spot Do you think my age will impact my authority as a landlord?

Would appreciate any comment from people with experience. thanks.