Although this is not the best Cost approach, it is definitely the best Risk mitigation approach.This was a really fun exercise for me. 

You also want to match up the VIN that is physically on the home with the title you’re being given. 

Fear is a perfectly natural emotional reaction to anything New and Big and Important and comes with Risk.Give your rational mind some exercise.

We've already set the rental price so I guess this is more an exercise for my peace of mind.Thanks,Dan

I live in CA and I purchased a property in Jan 2021 in Georgetown TX, we could not go physically to check it out, it was a cash buy and there was an inspection done and no appraisal was required.

I would make sure you include a physical deterrent that is designed with routine condenser maintenance in mind like an AC-Guard.

However, I do not have tons of liquid funds to invest in the property after I buy it.I have a friend/co-worker who would like to front the cash to renovate the house and help me physically renovate it (we are both good with tools).

But residents and city officials also point to other factors they believe helped keep the pandemic under control: sea breezes, easy access to open space for exercising, a strong culture of mask compliance and, crucially, limited contact with other people.

Ordered the physical copy to take more detailed notes.

They're both great markets that are very popular amongst multifamily investors.Compare the pricing, cap rates and inventory in both states and then decide which is better for you.Either way just make sure you have a solid team in place if you won't physically be living there.