Since it’s a weakness for me, I volunteered to sell a bunch of raffle tickets for a fundraiser.

If you do see a property , it has been looked at 100 times before you can even book a flight ..

I doubt they'll do the same for me, as I live in Norway currently ;) Me and my boyfriend have booked flight tickets for Jacksonville in May and look forward to having a look around with the help of realtors and turnkey-providers. 

The house is old and after the inspection, we have some additional estimates we need to get on a few bigger ticket items.We are in need of recommendations for good, trustworthy contractors to obtain estimates for the following:- electrical- boiler diagnostic and repair (neither boiler will fire)- siding contractor (old wood shingle siding needs replacement)- mason contractor for look at the stone and mortar foundation and chimneyAny and all help is always appreciated!

If it needs renovations and some big ticket items soon such as HVAC, Roof, electrical updates, and plumbing updates (many of the older homes in that area still have the old galvanized plumbing which lasts around 45/50 years give or take), then for that price you should at least be getting a 3 bedroom home which will rent for more for that price point.

Are there a lot of other indications of bad behavior and irresponsibility (recent evictions, a high number of speeding tickets, etc.)  

I'll make a ticket for the Android developer to look into what's causing this. 

If you lack the capital have you considered taking the highest paid job you can find in your home market to make enough for a bus ticket or similar?

Bigger Pockets is your golden ticket to great success, Jason.

Use the VA for a future property.More explanation:  Imagine that mortgages are Golden Tickets.