You can either partner up or look for pockets where housing is affordable.If you're still determined to invest out of state, the best solution is always to get educated first.I recommend reading this book. https://www.amazon.com/dp/0997584750/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awdo_t1_ZMWAEb90431WVIt's specifically for long distance investing.

(Obviously WeWork is not the solution) 

Please post back with the solution you find as often times there is no follow up on these type of posts.  

Build trust among audience by having an official website and a customized brand image, you may take inspirations from real estate logos and websites to structure your plan towards strong branding. 

Ask around and do a little digging and you'll be able to find a much more reasonable solution.

I had tried to download a PDF copy, and all of custom rehab costs say N/A, there is only the total rehab cost number at the bottom.

If you just want something passively to do like show houses and talk to some buyers in the area go to RedFin bc it's hourly plus a small commission on customer experience.

Me and him have a phone relationship so me providing him with a solution will be beneficial to the both of us.My question is how can we go forward from here?

You could also market for direct-to-seller leads with something like direct mail and find creative financing solutions from the sellers.

Just be you, listen to their problems and come up with a custom solution that solves their problem.So how will you outsource it?