The base station can still be set to upload to the Internet through an Ethernet connection.For an upfront cost of about $600 ($300 SimpliSafe, 300 Night Owl) and $15/month, only a professional housebreaking crew is ever going to have a serious chance at beating your security.

However, as I stated maybe I am missing something, I am tying up a lot more capital when buying down points and "playing the long game" which hinders my chances of getting into the next deal and making money in it.

@Andrew Bundy did you need financing by chance?

Chances are there are many deals and not everyone is able to buy at the same time. 

if it's expensive hard or private money refinancing as soon as possible might be your best chance to wait it out. you could also do short term rental like an air bnb if your locality allows it, this will allow you some income while also being able to show it still and you'll have the extra benefit of it being "staged" which might help in selling it.

AK isn't as competitive market as other parts of the country, but if there's another investor in your area, chances are they have already mailed to the absentee owners.Consider combining absentee owners with other motivated segments such as Owners with Low Financial Stability Scores (FSS) or Seniors with Long-Time Ownership.

If they're motivated, there's a chance they'll take your deal.

If your tax pro isn't REI specialized there is a fair chance they won't know the details of have a client doing this. 

LOL there is ZERO chance you will find a good, quality contractor that will go house to house with you giving you bids on the work until you find one. 203 loans are a nightmare to deal with for the contractor, they have to float a LOT of money for free, which means they charge more for the work.

Houses that have been owned for 10+ years and should have some equity, so there’s definitely a chance the current owner will want to sell.