And if so, how do I state that in my letters so that it doesn't turn a seller off, yet gives them a heads up?

That drive is ridiculously long and boring and could maybe revitalize some struggling smaller Texan communities that are just a day's drive too far for Southeast Texan families to visit on a weekend.

Wouldn't it be nice to have properties to visit around the world and rent out when you're not there?

As well as parents and students visiting year round to see if they want to attend or to visit a child who is attending.

I'm asking these because I'm thinking of buying property using short-term money, specifically hard money lenders for deals so I'm trying to look ahead into the refinancing part.

There are some great house hack opportunities here in Boise, I’d be happy to show you guys around when you come visit!

We visited the house multiple times before it was leased to ensure everything was in working condition,  got the house professionally cleaned.

Your mindset of learning, asking questions, and pursuing an alternate path puts you well ahead.

When I visit my out of area properties, (with advance notice and permission of course) I say, "Hi, I'm Joe the owner and just want to have a quick look around." 

Thanks for the shout out ( : Blessed former (CA) client invited me to visit TN some 3.5 yrs ago.