Thanks for posting, I am anxious to read the replies

I would like to provide value to others but ive been reading some information that certain lenders/escrow companies are starting to require people to use their own, in-house notary.Can anyone verify if this has been your experience? 

I have consumed so much of time trying to read and watch youtube videos on the residential side of things (to the point I think I am suffering from information overload and absolutely need to just DO it). 

I started reading the pdf 'The Ultimate Beginners Guide

Ive read a ton of books and the only thing holding me back is capital.

I don't have experience with HML but it seems like it's often utilized in these scenarios based on what I read here.

A bit long winded I know - but thanks for reading my thoughts.

One way or another the city is going to know EXACTLY how much water has been used since they last read the meter before turning it off previously. 

The owner did not know why the number 2 lumber was not as good as the number 1, did not know how to even read an engineering drawing to see what was to be built. 

I would buy the property from someone other than the person that will be managing it.I recommend you start by reading Long-Distance Real Estate Investing by @David Greene before jumping in.