-I'm fairly careful with communication , but again, I know doing business online is way riskier, but I want to ask: Typically, I would trust someone who seems very in-depth, informative (gives statistics and numbers), and basically would give me thorough steps (including worst-case scenarios and what would best fit my situation)^^would people who have experience say that even with the above, some agents/lenders/PMs would still be sort of out to get your money and do a lousy job?

This is expensive but you'll have a place to work and meet with people when you're in town that matches your online presence.

So, this whole "you must live in the property for 1 year" claim that we see online seems to be completely baseless.

They have a form you can fill out and submit, might be able to do it online depending on the city.  

Quote from @Stuart Udis: Unfortunately there's a ton of online content teaching novice investors that reaching XYZ number of doors equates to financial independence.

This is just one example but without some intense research online you may not learn this, but by speaking with someone very knowledgeable in your chosen areas you not only save time but may find even better opportunities.Best of luck!

Dig deep for online reviews, Better Business Bureau and their State Real Estate Board, etc.- Do be open-minded though as we have many of the above from tenants who claim we illegally evicted them (so, somehow we got a signed Write illegally?)

Another option you will see online are companies selling shares to sections or lots of trees via a tree plantation management company.  

Finally, always get the credentials to access the mortgage account online and change the email notifications to your address.

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