Please get to your local meetings and learn.

He is local, also an investor and is an investor focused agent that can be of great value to you on your search!

I tried borrowing the book from my local library, but their copy had already "lost" the CD, so no success there. 

I would check a local RE attorney perhaps, every state has different rules for establishing residency.

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.

Consider using a local lender as they tend to be more familiar with the specific market you're investing in.

I'm not sure if you're local to Ohio, but I used to have a portfolio of SFRs and one duplex in Ohio.

In terms of opening a bank account, most of them will ask for a local address but a lot of the online banks may not verify it. 

Come June 26, 2024, I'll be making a move to your vibrant city, and I'm already thrilled to join the local real estate scene.With 10 months ahead of the move, I'm eager to connect with like-minded individuals, understand the neighborhoods, and explore potential investment opportunities.

Finally ready to take the plunge and actually start investing in real estate rather than just talk about it, so I upgraded to Pro.I'm focusing on BRRRR single family homes to start and as I do not own my own home, I am looking to house hack for my first deal.Still early in the education process and putting together my team, but excited to progress forward and hopefully connect with local investors.