More importantly, welcome them.

Also, keep in mind that the amount of equity isn't as important as the percentage of the value of the property. 

As an out of state investor myself getting a solid team together is important but at the same time spending time yourself in those cities to understand the nuances of each of the areas as well as your risk tolerance is also going to be important.  

I can't agree with that more, except I believe if people were really educated to understand how Markets work, they would see how important it is to think more in terms of Partners instead of thinking that they should go it alone.

You've already got some amazing value producing income, sounds like it's time to just make this investment a little more passive.Mandatory Disclaimer: While I am, obviously, a big fan of this financial tool, I am NOT a financial professional and you should absolutely do your own due diligence, talk to fiduciary (super important) financial pros and assess this option in terms of your own personal financial situation and goals.

In regards to keeping extra supplies. one of the things she requested was a locked closet with extra supplies (clean linens, towels, etc) with a key for the maid so the tenants won't be able to access..she said this is important when you have quick turnovers and there's not always time to do laundry.

In my opinion the type of loan isn't as important as the deal being good and the numbers working in your favor.

I looking to buy in western Nebraska if that's important. 

My take is that there's still a very important role they can play in the transaction, just maybe quite a bit different that it used to be, and certainly different roles for different types of buyers. 

Personable, but more importantly professional and a tireless worker.