I come across SFR in other states from time to time direct to seller. 

Spend the first few deals just listening and asking questions.

My belief is that you will be challenged to realize a 10% savings loan n your first effort and there is some chance it will cost more than if you used a GC.  

The challenge for a PMC is having the time to answer all your HUNDREDS of questions and handholding you as you learn, while still making money.

No problem with down payment but will need conventional load which is not a problem as I have been pre approved many times just did not find right property.

In this post, I will explain the criteria and the information sources.Income requirements for financial independence:Rents increase faster than inflation: Inflation erodes the value of money over time, causing prices for goods and services to rise.

You are missing my point on taxes.Scenario 1:  Your partner buys the house at the same time you put your cash in.  

Hey @Agatha Simmons - firstly, sorry for the experience you're having right now.

A common strategy I see with diversification exchanges, is that the investor will purchase the first property cash and the second with a mortgage.

I’ve worked with several first-time investors, including out-of-state buyers like yourself, and it’s 100% possible to build a successful short-term rental (STR) business even when you’re managing remotely.