build a multifamily property and continue that strategy. building is a different strategy that allows you to still enter hte market below value. this is what we build in columbus ohio for investors it's a 3 story walk up infill that's about 24x40 and 2 bedrooms 1 bath stacked 3 times. it's identical to like 65% of apartments that are built. you'd need probably 100-150k in proceeds.

Quote from @Deborah Brancheau: If you send me a PM I can get you in touch with some companies and foundation people in that area.

A real estate company told me the house needs too much work to rent out, and that an auction is the best course of action.

The insurance company will send you copy of the tenant declaration page proving coverage, and they will notify you if the tenant ever cancels the policy or allows it to lapse.HOW TO SHARE UTILITIES 101You have a property with two or more units and the utility meters are shared.

The title company/settlement agent is responsible for more than half of the costs listed on a settlement statement. 

Much easier if your local contact has worked with these companies before.  

When I did my research for buying my properties in Costa Rica, I had one of the big STR management companies like Evolve analyze my potential profits and I used that info to raise money through bringing on partners to buy the properties. 

I believe addressing the root cause will be far more effective than having two different property management companies trying to manage under one roof.

Each insurance company may have a different way they calculate and pay for dwelling coverage.

Since we will be investing remotely, we plan to work with a property management company to oversee day-to-day operations.Does this sound like a solid strategy for a first investment property?