Im currently shifting from a buy and hold to flipping and trying to create a physical filing system.  

Even though the physical damages are manageable, I can not forget the way they mistreated the house.

If the website doesn't support it, then you actually need to go into the tax assessor's office physically and get it in person.Word of caution: oftentimes the contact information is out-dated / incorrect / missing and you'll have to skiptrace the owners.

Maybe not necessarily physical structure related (but I'll take those too) - maybe just a hiccup along the way that you didn't consider thinking about, just so I have expectations/preparations. 

a Physical Therapist who has his own practice.  

I think it's important to be very close (physical proximity) to your first deal, and I wouldn't want to be several hours away from my property (especially at first).

Buying out of state requires a ton of energy because in order to get comfortable you have to physically go to the area and walk the opportunities as people in 2% areas (Indianapolis) can potentially have less scruples and don't have a problem taking your money because your from the "RICH" west coast.

Loan Depot assured me they still do them even though they changed their name (they use their own money rather than investors so they can make their own rules, so they might be a good choice if you can't find someone for the above specialty loans, too, plus they have PHYSICAL BROKERAGES throughout the country).  

Physical condition of the property - looming cap ex.Amount of available depreciation and it's impact on your personal tax situation.Potential available replacement propertiesActual income and ROI specifics for this and potential replacementsQuality of management if managed by othersSector specific market drivers (SF, MF, commercial etc)Your need for active vs passive managementAmount of  profit and equity (not the same thing) locked upEverything else you don't know until you know you don't know it and wish you did!

I rent to companies that provide services to individuals with physical or developmental disabilities.