But first, you should determine who is bringing what to the table and how the venture is going to operate. 

If you are using financing when you should buy next is really determined by the bank. 

I'm sure most taxpayers can find a way to justify this and it's probably near impossible for the IRS to determine if every single taxpayer who takes a retirement distribution was adversely affected by COVID19..... nonetheless, something to keep in mind in case your distribution is reviewed.

Its my job to get out to the property and do facetime or MarcoPolo videos for them to determine if it will stay within their budget. 

In addition to determining the value of the property, the appraiser also makes sure that the property is livable.

Looking at deals regularly and learning how to analyze them (and determine what you would offer) IS THE REPS.8) MAKE OFFERS - there's really not a single more important action than this.

Have you researched comps in that area or spoke to any local property managers to determine accurate rental rates?

I'm intrigued by short-term vacation rentals and have been struggling when analyzing deals to know how to determine the net profits for properties along the panhandle of Florida. 

@Nadhir HakeemLook for FSBO on Zillow or Craiglist.Look at the pictures, try to determine properties that are rent ready.

It also is not a part of the expenses that make up Net Operating Income for determining value.