Are you around then?

b) How do i get started (like find properties that fit my criteria/constraints and then vet them, given I will likely be out of state) ?

then that actually hurts me instead of helps me.

I would definetly consult with an attorney before and ask if you would be able to get these people out of your property in you needed.If may just be easier to steer clear and try to find a good applicant with a SSN#Or, if there is a company that employs a lot of people without a SSN# you could reach out to the company, ask if they need housing for there employees, and then rent to the company instead of the person.

Next, if it is one property (and its in good condition) then it will not require a lot of time once you have found a good tenant. 

My tenant fell over his own cane and then called 911 in the middle of the night.  

It's more straight forward to replace faucets, sinks, light fixtures, etc, all of which can typically be done without a permit.Only homeowners working on their own owner-occupied home are excepted from the requirement that a permit be pulled by a licensed builder - but even then the homeowner *does* have to pull the required permit.

i've had a hard time finding 80%, sometimes you'll see it advertised and then call the lender and they'll say they're not doing it anymore. 

., and then stipping for explanations to identify these debts.

If rents are high compared to sales price, then you have to ask - why aren't these renters buying?