I've internet-browsed my hometown in North Central Indiana, and driven a small town where my in laws live near Lafayette.

I just gave myself enough cushion and learned along the way.With the amount of books, podcasts, and the internet now, nothing should hold you back.

Actually not charging internet will complicate things up as you have calculate interest on the no-interest payments received. 

Galvanized pipe is likely to be in anything built prior to 1960 (or so the great internet says).

PM company has posted to all internet sites (Zillow, craigslist, facebook, etc.) and have offered ads in the paper for a fee of $85 per ad. 

There are certain times when seeking information on the internet may suffice but most of us will not rely on it when it comes to legal issues and these can also vary by state. 

Congratulations, you have found one of the most valuable free resources on the internet for real estate investors new and old.

Plus many other major corps. .Each time I go there is a new restaurant, or another new development.v  You are over thinking, and reading much to much in the internet .

When he goes out driving around looking at potential rental purchases it would make more sense to have a business so it can be written off (mileage/food, internet, computer, and other expenses) if he is looking to grow rental portfolio but isn't buying an SFR monthly.

One thing I like to say is: Mentors aren't Magicians, they simply act as a guide and as an accountability partner, as most of the technical know-how you need to buy and manage apartments are out there on the internet.