Our lease doe not allow visiting animals on the property.

BTW, after I visited the property, the owner changed the MLS to $1.5 mil.  

I'm also a new investor, but I just purchased my first rental property out of state, without ever visiting in person.

I would advise you visit your local REIA's and find one that you feel is suited for you.

I’ve never been to the area but plan to visit in the near future.

perhaps time your next visit to the market to attend local REIA meeting. 

If you're just starting out, I'd visit a few different mobile home communities and select the areas that you feel comfortable with.

Visit properties.

I've previously visited Japan and loved it!!

@Morgan Merritt if you do want to look into a Heloc, FYI you can get one at Pen Fed at 80% LTV if you have 3 properties or less including a primary and the house is in your name and not an LLC. 12 year draw, variable tied to prime + 1%, no closing costs unless they need a physical site visit appraisal.