How do you usually approach unexpected repairs or big-ticket items?

I’m not looking for a completely passive approach, even though I’d be managing it from outside the country.

Curious.. do you think you’ll try a different approach next time, or stick to this model to keep the momentum going?

With this approach you are able to cashflow as soon as the property is full.Best of luck.

Now, if you listen carefully you will find that he too found some of the same things that others mentioned...no deals in Austin, prices were too high...but then he adjusted his approach and nailed it!

My dad used to manage other people's properties but eventually quit because the money wasn't worth it and he always ended up prioritizing their properties so as not to get any hassle from them.Another way to approach this might be to go all in on one project yourself and see how far that money gets you. 

A more intrusive approach would be to Google the owner name and see if you can find relatives and skip trace and call them.

Depending on the costs and a build to rent approach could work if you'd be willing to hold the properties as rentals. 

Anyone familiar with this approach?

I really wanted to try Wholesaling and thought his approach to Lease Options was interesting and expected a sort of 1 on 1 or Small Group type of course but there was nothing like that.