They would know your account number easily.2nd, I quoted the part about the physical address vs PO Box.

I was thinking of looking elsewhere where prices are much less, though it would still be quite a large DP, and I don't feel comfortable buying properties I cannot physically visit as it's my first time. 

One of my most exciting was purchasing, owning and flipping 5 condos in Oklahoma over 5 year span without ever physically seeing the properties or ever visiting the State of Oklahoma.

Yes, always check first that the fuel source is not disconnected (or too low if oil or propane).Another odd one can happen on the high efficiency direct vented units; with those, on a windy day, things like loose paper or plastic bags can blow within close enough proximity to the air intake pipe, and then get sucked into the intake pipe and blocking the opening.

The physical location was perfect for me even though the neighborhood itself was transitional.

Real estate has always interested me due to the fact that unlike investing in stocks, real estate is something you can actually see, change, and physically watch grow.

In that case, the proximity to the bar would probably be a negative for many potential tenants.

Your money might be better served assisting you to attain a physical earning asset.

I currently have a property that we rent out on Airbnb and I can tell you that it can be very lucrative but there are many things to consider with a STR vs. a traditional long-term.I am not familiar with your area, but I know that demand for vacation rentals greatly depends on the location and proximity to amenities.

Are you taking a course at a physical location or online?