In our case we tripled our deal flow when we started a program of direct email to mortgage brokers, real estate brokers, and real estate investors who could bring us either mortgage notes for sale or new loan opportunities for loans not qualifying for commercial financing.  

Usually, they just bring tortillas and eat for lunch. 

You may get the properties for a good price but know what the code violations are because you will be required to bring the property up to code.

This is a summarized version of events, but stray I rescued off the street gave birth to 7 puppies, bringing my total to 13.

Does they offer some of that buyer premium to buyer agents who bring them a buyer?

If it were me, I’d double-check the furnace to cover all bases (maybe bring in a second opinion) and document everything.

Roku TVs with cable and you bring your own account.

Could you get another tenant in the third bedroom to really bring down your cost of living?

Even moving for work (not switching jobs) usually has a reasonable lead time.Yes, your other concerns are also valid.BTW, if I want to verify a bank statement, I ask them to bring it up on the app and show me.

Maybe you  can try a joint partnership with an experienced Investor/flipper and get your feet wet , you would be bringing capital to the table so I am sure many people would like to do that with you:)