I would network with contractors out in your area, or you can find people online (VAs).

I have a connection in Arkansas that currently does a lot of BRRR short term rental properties.

I work with agents looking for properties and look to connect owners with current searches.

Would love to connect and hear more!

Of course I still need to decide which part of the country I plan on investing in (it's possible I'm moving around the country frequently in the first year, so that is making me think about the most ideal location for an initial investment).Once established and with a track record in Spain, I plan on making my first investment here in the US, most likely in the Boston/MA area.In any event, I'm excited to connect and learn from those in this group.If you know anyone with international investment properties or contacts abroad, especially in Spain, I would love to connect!

Most banks want to dispose of non-performing assets quickly, and will do so by selling at a public online auction like Auction.com, or list the property with a local Realtor on the MLS.Even if you can work your way up to the bank's decision-maker on this property, it's highly unlikely they will sell directly to you.

Connect with a local real estate agent in your chosen market who is knowledgable in investing4.

What's really important are these 2 things.1) How much research, work connections and investigating are you personally willing to do in any of these markets? 

Sending you a dm to connect. 

I suggest you be very careful with people you meet online.