I used the comparative commercial rate data from this site.

A few of your meetings might take pace somewhere off-site that could be a problem for you. 

@Nicole De Lia I have bought site unseen OOS.

Hello @Amber Jamanka, welcome to the site!

Identify a few neighborhoods, subscribe to local newspapers and social media sites.

I have a hard move-in date that the tenant must adhere to, but if I cannot provide the unit to them within 14 days (outgoing tenant holds over, tree falls on building, destructive fire, code violations, etc.) they can walk away free and clear, or delay occupancy (their option).The money they are asking for in advance is absolutely par for the course; I require first, last and security deposit (as well as any pet fees) to be paid before I will even sign a lease with a prospective tenant.Maybe someone who is more familiar with HOAs can chime in, but it seems possible that they would have their own bureaucracy that they would subject their owners to.No legal advice given.

You might be better off saving up and even looking into some of the P2P lending and real estate crowdfunding sites.

I’m hoping to hear how others analyze markets, what tools you use, and sites you gather data from.

Its so nice to have a site like this.

Finally, it provides sample letters you can customize and use.NOLO web site is a great resource for state law.