I did vacation in OBX once and I believe it was in Hatteras if memory services me right.  

You should always maintain a reserve to cover repairs, vacancies, natural disasters, etc.

We did like NFCU, but they ended their bank transfer service, so it makes it more difficult to pay out our owners.

**Roof Repairs/Replacement**: Ensuring the integrity of the building's roof is vital for tenant comfort and property value.2.

Title companies have been reluctant to participate, however, we just closed a loan in Texas where the borrower signed remotely using a remote notarizatiion service and the title company accepted this and issue a title policy. 2.

We are mainly worried about the quality of the repair.

Title underwriters generally will not insure interests based on a tax deed without a quiet title suit against interested parties because of the difficulties in confirming proper service on interested parties. 

I immediately see repair, permit, and maintenance issues.

They are unlikely to be in good areas, so you won't get the expect ROI results.There are several lenders that will fund acquisition+rehab transactions based upon the After-Repaired-Value (ARV). 

What services do you provide for property owners?