Short answer, Being able to adapt to a more virtual real estate world is definitely going to make and break many real estates professionally across the board from Investors, agents, Pms, Lenders... 

So I would absolutely not able to invest in a foreclosed property for long-term rental due to various reasons.I know that with foreclosed properties for long term rental, the main benefit is the Refinance in the BRRR method for long term rental properties.  

Another common ranking method is to factor appreciation over 1 year (which is a ridiculously short period).

Hi everyone my name is Yuriy Panchelyuga.I’m looking to start a new portfolio in western massWhat I can bring to to the table is partnership with finances and I have friends who can invest too. I also sell solar so I ...

Now I have to figure out the best method to protect myself because the property has a pool.

@Brandon Kalker the answer to your question is the BRRRR method.  

@Charles D.Just like using the BRRRR method you buy at a discount and force appreciation.  

I'm using the BRRRR method in Texas, however, I am running into some challenges finding a lender who will do a cash-out refi on the properties I recently purchased.

I am currently searching for deals and using the BRRRR method.

I really focus on finding the right deals so I have been methodical in my approach but would also have to shift FT and move away from my W-2 to make that a reality.