If they're motivated enough, they'll care more about the time and convenience than redoing this whole process with someone else.

The stuff I offer was all created before I ever did my first deal, so it's not like I needed to be an expert before I was able to create useful material.Most people are surprised at the crazy number of newsletter subscribers I get, but it's because I'm offering something that new investors can't really find anywhere else (at least not for free).

While the methods described about are great and increase convenience, they fall short of some options available. erentpayments allows it (one of the options you can select) and clearnow does it as well.

I'm quite surprised that the welcome wagon hasn't rolled out to greet you yet.

You might consider stating a credit score.I'm surprised to hear of this disclosure in Texas, but the idiot lawmakers didn't think this through very well.

I know that we need to look at obvious needs for repair, get both income and expense statements, copies of leases, etc. and that we should have a professional inspector to uncover any potential surprises, but before even all that, is there anything in particular that you are looking for that you consider immediate red flags when you assess your investment options?

Unfortunately without utilities on, many surprises can arise.

It's a bit surprising how far your budget will or will not go depending on what areas you are looking at. 

I was thinking Danbury area since it looks like a good area to invest and also convenient to get to.

EDUCATE YOURSELF - yes, it will take time, but will lead to a selection that better meets your expectations & avoids potentially costly surprises!