I think we are already being generous.

@Michael Baum I didn’t think about preparing for replacing the furniture.

I think this is a great idea Doug. 

Think a good rule of thumb when investing out of state is to:1)  Talk to their sales team and get their top property/area recommendation2)  Do your own analysis on that area for population growth, crime, income. 

If you have a property under contract at a great price, and a competitive bid scenario between multiple investors may be the right course of action, consult with a reputable real estate auction company.The auction company should be able to tell you pretty quick whether your deal is as good as you think it is.

I was beginning to think that VRBO is where you go when you've been kicked off the Airbnb platform for mischief. 

Planning on the shaker white for the next house I get, as most people think it is a timeless look.

I don't think it's very profitable and even less given the risk.That would leave you with the classic that most foreign investors do: short-term rentals.

I think you will be pleasantly surprised with the potential cash flow. 

So, with no foundational knowledge of real property, and no capital, his only alternatives are (1) “bluff” the homeowner into thinking he has the money and intent to close the purchase himself and or convince the homeowner he has an extensive list of cash ready interested buyers (“partners”) with whom he’s done dozens of prior deals or (2) pack up shop, write off the money invested in mentoring to a worthless investment, and decide IF real estate is right for home.