Some locations I’ve considered are Indianapolis, Kansas City, Dallas, Charlotte, and Baltimore, because they appear to be better suited price-wise for someone just getting into the game, and their rental markets seem stable and profitable.I’ll be in the US for about 4 weeks from the end of May to the middle of June, and in that time I hope to visit at least one potential location to meet with brokers, and try and establish a working relationship with an accountant and lawyer, and other investors.

Check with the tax collector to see if you can give a power of attorney to that local attorney so that you don't have to appear in person.

Here's what I know about the vacant home based on internet and paying a title company to run a report for me: - orig mortgage 2005, now assigned to Bank of New York Mellon 2011 - 2nd mortgage 2005, MERS Countrywide Bank - loan servicer is BAYVIEW LOAN SERVICING LLC; they appear to be out of business? 

My concern was that it might appear unprofessional.  

If you were to show this to a hard money lender, it would be a huge red flag, indicating lack of due diligence and/or lack of experience.It appears that you are looking to not only cover 100% of the project purchase and rehab, but also walk away with money in hand for "spending"?  

The money may amazingly appear when you post that pay or quit.

This one comes complete with what appears to be a quality tenant (pays on time).  

@Mark Elliott - I looked into the problem and it appears that our emails from webmaster@biggerpockets are bouncing each time we send them to you.

Odds are this house on monticello will sell in the high 70s....not sure how you compare to 1531 Bavon Dr though that sold for 66k and rented for 925/month it appears.    

In other words, it appears the previous owners had someone who was very skilled paint the house.