So if you have to go remote (because you live in one of those markets) spend some time in your target city, plan on being there often, video call the contractors every day.

Many YouTube videos and books on the subject will help, too.I found that practicing analyzing deals was very beneficial. 

For both tenant and landlord peace of mind, the property had an extensive video surveillance and security DVR system already installed by the prior owner, which covers outdoor areas and indoor common areas and records 24/7/365, as well as sensors for excess dB noise levels.

Below is a perfect example of I just went to the BP youtube page.The first video is how to turn $500k into $1.5M by someone who recently has not had the most positive reviews on BP.The second is how to replace your salary fast and have $350k in income in 3 years. 

I read a few of the posts and would recommend talking with a lender in regards to the multi unit property since so far you have only watched videos on YouTube or podcasts.

This would ideally include a video doorbell with an app that can manage both and see the cameras/recordings for both systems. 

Check out the "Enemy Method "You can find videos.

Maybe make equity sharing an option that offers a lower upfront fee.Reference: (You may have read it already but if you haven’t I would recommend checking out Dan Sullivan’s videos/media).

@Douglas Skipworth and Dean Harris of Crestcore have a great podcast and a video outlining all the zip codes in TN as well.

Additionally, since we are out of state (Washington) and unable to do walkthroughs of prospective properties, Chris has been great about taking videos for us, which has been very helpful.