I am a remote investor with 2 duplexes so I am not able to visit the properties on a regular basis, which is why it is important to have a proactive PM Company with reliable systems in place. 

Do you have reliable and affordable insurance?

As for getting a mortgage, you will need reliable income and some W2 to show the bank.

For lenders/banks, quality vacation rentals are clearly a unique and reliably performing asset class..For investment properties these lenders typically require a minimum 20-25% down payment but since there is higher gross revenue, the investor can often qualify for a higher loan amount.

But, I don't know how reliable they are.

As an out-of-state investor I'm looking for a qualified and reliable property manager.

Then find a reliable VA lender that can help you max your benefits in the best way.

Mitigation Strategy: Develop strong tenant screening processes to ensure reliable tenants, and maintain good relationships to encourage timely payments and longer leases.

As rental rates progressively outpace expenses over time, the growth in cash flow can provide a reliable income stream.In line with my investment approach, I focus on these three key metrics when conducting property analyses:Initial Equity at the End of Year One:This equity can result from either a down payment or improvements made during a rehab phase.

Use a reliable customer relationship management (CRM) system to manage and organize your investor data.