I did the online video option. it splits the difference between your price points, but it fit what I needed schedule wise.

They get the feel of the space without driving or flying hours to see it.Check out their promo video here. https://angel.co/walkthroughvr8.

Install a wireless camera system and stream to video to your phone

And since I have a lot of flexibility in where I can live (Not married; can work from home), househacking a small multifamily (2-4 units) seemed like a great starter step.After searching through a ton of listings around the surrounding Chicagoland area (the city itself is too expensive) and submitting offers with my agent, I finally got a 4-unit property under contract a little over a week ago in the south suburbs of Chicago (woohoo!).

@Rachel Pivonka Is it just me or does that lady in the video not look like she just lost everything?

Check out the video if you haven't already - it is a little long , but very informativebest of luck to you - 

We continued the application and I have submitted tax returns etc and all looks good.

Asking for a rent roll and property expenses - or at least the info that would be on them prior to submitting an offer is customary. 

I have listened to many real estate books and youtube videos, including those on bigger pockets so I know the theory of an owner financing deal, but does anyone have suggestions? 

Hi All, I'm an agent here in New York City, I'm thinking about transitioning my business and working primarily with investors to find and submit deals for them.