This seems like a great way for potential home buyers to “tour” countless homes, before taking the drive out to physically see them.

We still have not found a physical mentor but the search continues.

I would greatly appreciate any guidance from other out of state investors that have registered directly in the state of Missouri but not having a physical address to associate.  

@Charlie MacPherson @Henri MeliThank you for your feedback.I'll be mailing this out and or handing out physical copies.

But I'm surprised that no one has already mentioned a simple appeal to logic here:  it should be stated quietly but firmly and often that a bona fide purchaser (that is, you) is interested in acquiring this physically and monetarily distressed asset for a reasonable, already-negotiated price, and that the Brother has the choice of accepting that price, or getting wiped out and receiving literally nothing.  

Any way that I can physically network with people and get out of the house would be awesome.

Hey Guys, I'm about to close on a Duplex which, will be the first Property I ever own.Just wanted to share it with the community & get your thoughts on the dealPurchase Price: 118,000interest rate: 4.125Estimated Mortgage Payment: $1,131Smaller 2bed & 1bath= with a tenant $750/mo, currently a month to month lease but tenant wants to stay so I will have them sign a 1year lease.Bigger 2bed & 2 full bath......currently empty (I did not want the previous tenant so they moved out before closing), was renting for $850 but I will likely increase it to $900-$950 which is on par for the area.So I'm looking to have bring in 1600-1700/mo in rent.New Roof & home is in good condition but who knows what the future holdsProperty is in a Suburb that rents pretty easily due to proximity to lake, amusement park, and quality school district.I feel good about the deal but I'm curious to get feedback & some advice, with the winter here & in full affect my 1st cost is going to be someone to plow but I'm excited about it overall. 

. $0 closing costs, no physical appraisal.

With the train station in close proximity for Boston commuters it is in high demand.

I'm currently a junior in college, studying physics and engineering.