Take it easy i am still a rookie and trying to learn all things possible.

Your friend should include as many details as possible concerning how they were pitched the investment in the prom note.

I'd love to connect in a few months' time (or before if preferred) to possibly locate a property in your area and start my REI journey around October this year.

They aren't going to magically improve and start abiding by the lease terms but I think there is definitely a possibility that the situation gets worse.I think that's a good point.

Quote from @Laurens Van swol: We are exploring the possibility of purchasing an investment property in Florida.

Although it is possible to do everything 100% remote, most people I know who are self managing do come on site for a few days or weeks to meet and sort of interview the team they are building.You will need trusted cleaners, handymen, and also good recs for trades i.e. roof, plumbing, HVAC, etc.If you need home setup in most markets there are designers who will handle the whole set up for you, and I would want to interview them as well.  

In this case, the seller is still responsible for his original loan, and then Ashish's answer is correct: interest deduction belongs to the seller.Once I re-read the original post by Anirudh, I realized that he left both interpretations possible.

It could be possible that he is an honest guy and just using outdated marketing methods which is DAMAGING his brand and reputation. 

Are you open to speaking via phone or zoom possibly.

I would just recommend renting their modem so you are always receiving the highest speed possible.