If you can't keep control of your personal finances, you are highly unlikely to succeed in real estate investing.

The person listing it might just be using a basic definition of something like "less than 1 year old". b) Whether a licensed and insured contractor was used doesn't change inspection requirements.

Search these forums and you can see personal experiences   which may give you guidance

If you have cash, know that 99% of wholesalers will have low repair values and high ARVs that don't match the actual data or upkeep of the house.Also, ask if this is being daisy-chained, meaning are there other wholesalers or investors in the line between the person offering you the deal and the seller.

If you do choose to invest remotely, go meet your team in person.

I had the exact same issue, literally about a year ago, but on my personal residence.

House hacking will also give you some personal "property management" experience.

I personally hate the plastic shower walls where they come in several pieces, like one piece for each wall.

I guess it comes down to how you connect with the person. 

If I were renting it out and not refinancing I wouldn't take that cost up front personally.