However, they are hard on the physical property. expectations before they move in matter most, if you share the clear rules about what is expected, and what isn't, and remind them that you are connected (even from a distance), I expect it could turn out well. make sure you aren't putting in high dollar nice things.

Tax benefits, use of leverage, and a physical asset that you can see and touch.

They do not need to be physically located there. 

These policies focus primarily on providing coverage for the physical structure of the property.There are three main types of DP policies:DP-1 (Basic Form): A DP-1 policy offers the most basic coverage, protecting the dwelling against named perils such as fire, lightning, and explosions.

If for some reason they can't get this sorted out by the next payment date, you should figure out how to physically escrow that payment somewhere...this at least protects your payment until you're confident who it is supposed to go to in the future. 

This is the BEST $100 you will ever spend, and if you listen to Amanda Han's tax book, you'll know it's also likely a business expense for you to write off :) https://biggerpockets.supercast.com/My perfect way to learn from the BP books is to listen to the audio book through the subscription above, then books that really stand out to me I go old school and get the physical copy so that I can re-read it, take notes in the margins, and put post it notes so key points are easier for me to re-reference in the future.

However this was a unique parcel given location and physical features ..

My goal is to attract standard medical office tenants who do not require specialized equipment—such as Primary Care Physicians, Urgent Care Clinics, Chiropractors, Physical Therapy & Rehabilitation Centers etc

In this economy, what should I be physically looking for in a potential investment property that is "promising" or "trendy" that would give me the most ROI?""

Have you guys ever purchased a property without physically seeing it?