I will do the work in finding and buying properties; fixing up the properties; filling the properties; and working and communicating with everyone in the real estate business.I assume my low annual income will reduce my chances for getting the loan.

Because water and sewer is managed by the city/town, unpaid water bills become a lien on the property.In most - but not all - cities and towns in Massachusetts, electric, cable, and gas are private utility companies. 

You might see if cable TV/internet is available.You might check if Natural Gas service is available by calling that utility unless you know Propane or all-electric is the norm in that area.These are the first steps in my area. 

I currently work full time as a cable installer/ Broadband Technician. 

Unless you make the wrong choice from the start you will probably be okay if you just communicate often and pay promptly. 

Review the tenants lease and observe the language pertaining to lease expiration, does the lease automatically review for one year if either party has not submitted the proper written communication to inform the other party of its intentions to stay or vacate the premises?

.- Keep a open line of communication

In the event that, even when a tenant meets the qualifications and moves in, an event like this happens, having team members on the ground to assist in collection escalation matters, communication with the tenant and the investor, and the experience to know when it’s time to cut ties is crucial.

What I'm trying to communicate is that Columbus is no longer some small cow-town with potential.

It is much more personal and you can start to get a feel for who the tenant is and how serious they are by their verbal communication (which you miss via text or email).3.