Electrical breakers, how to tell if it has tripped, how to turn it back on. 

How did you manage the budget for these trips?

I think you're already starting to get an idea of how deep the rabbit hole goes here, and without a seasoned local real estate professional it's very easy to get tripped up.

I know that Indianapolis can change character quite quickly from one block to the next, but I've heard that north of 38th St. is less risky than many other parts of town.Here's the link to the research I've done so far- PDF copies of the BiggerPockets calculations, the MLS listing on Realtor.com, and the Rentometer estimates. 

I am able to say yes to weekend trips with friends.

If that cop gives you a ticket for that he is an *** on a power trip, and it will likely be thrown out in court.Have you even bothered to simply ask this kid, "hey, I see where you are smoking, could you please go do that over there?"

Several you shouldpay attention to are:- Ordinance & Law: Provides additional building coverage to deal with rebuilding costIncreases due to changes in Zoning or Building laws- Personal Injury Liability: Libel, defimation of character, wrongful imprisionment, etc.

Want to research the areas before an up coming trip gauge price points.

You don't always need an LLC though, and sometimes an umbrella policy is sufficient (and even advisable).Most likely the state where the property is located is where lawsuits would be brought if they are something for personal injury like a trip and fall or something of that nature because the “cause of action” arose in that state.

Lastly, make sure you stay top of mind and follow up with them.If you are out of market, make a trip and tell them you are coming in town to see properties.