It takes time, not over night, but networking right here is your best productive option.

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You have a physical asset that usually appreciates, creates cashflow, and has a large tax benefit. 

As a new investor I would strongly recommend staying local to you where you can physically touch the property.

If the property doesn't meet the VA standards, then you won't be able to use VA and will have to pivot to a much less advantageous loan product like a commercial, etc. 

I'm interested in hearing what others are planning because I'm at a total loss.I have a digital marketing business that focuses on realtors and last week I had no problem selling leads and appointments.This week everyone is saying that they don't want to invest in appointments because they don't know if they will physically be able to show houses because of quarantines or lock-downs.I can't fault their logic so I'm looking for a way to help them in the meantime.

Usually a problem with the property physically or a problem with the seller that requires a quick sale.

our second has come to us the night before with a concern though asking if we can "guarantee" the unit is "properly" cleaned with "appropriately strong products". 

How do you manage properties remotely if the need arises for an individual to physically go and see a tenant, say for example, they don't pay rent and stop taking your calls?

There are plenty of products that allow for low down payments.