I'm something of a loner by nature in that I like to figure things out on my own and I don't expect other people to be the source of my success.  

There is a natural tendency to think if the property is low end to go with low end cabinets.

@Ralph Pombo, Something of that nature can certainly be frustrating but I doubt if you're in as deep a hurt as you think.1.

I don't work in that area, nor do my managers.You might be able to find someone who will do it, but the options are going to be limited due to the small-town nature of that area.

Given the nature of the market now you would certainly be at an advantage coming in with an all cash offer. 

Usually 25% down is good enough for an investment property of this nature. 

I've been in the industry for a bit over a year now, and am getting my business up and going; I've closed about 20 loans (naturally sources through my realtor partners, family, and friends).I've been beyond blessed in my time to not accumulate any debt (besides minimal consumer debt), which should work out well for me (in terms of Debt-to-Income), once my sales commissions catch and my business takes off.

Zig was a firm believer if you start by first asking what others want, you will naturally get what you want.

One great reason for this is if there's a budget in mind to work with and you're protecting your bottom line (all in price point- which most investors would be naturally!)

Low natural disasters.