I am not in a position to tell others how to run their business, only to tell them how I would answer their specific questions in light of my business models.

(With a servicing company, naturally!) 

I was wondering if anyone can shed some light on the process ?

So cap rate purchase is generally low and you are hoping for increased rent growth to further yields unless you built the complex from the ground up to own then you might have a 10 cap rate to cost versus buying in the market for a 6 for class A apartments  with little operating expenses.Watch out for (newly renovated) properties where some syndicators and sponsors do rehabs on the cheap but the expensive items are fixing to go out after you own it reducing yields heavily in future years.Newly renovated to these sellers might mean carpet,paint, some lighting fixtures.

That would be traveling pretty light.

What have naturally introverted people (like myself) done to get the ball rolling in what seems like a networking dependent industry of REI?

I am not as familiar with Airbnb/VRBO, and naturally not as comfortable with it.

The answer to your specific question is advice of a legal nature and for that you need an attorney. 

For those with natural gas or propane, they can be a great choice.

We stayed in touch with the owners over the months, and after meeting up a couple times and some negotiations we were under contract.I'll keep it simple to the details but let me know if you have any questions.4 bed - 3 bath - 3 car garage - SFHPurchase price: $160K1st Loan: $112,0002nd Loan carried by sellers: $49,000Down payment: $2,500Rehab Cost: $13,000Real Estate fees and closing cost: $8,900Basic list of repairs: carpet, vinyl tile floors, vinyl plank flooring, faucets, toilets, light fixtures, thermostat, interior paint, appliances, gutters, backsplashes, resurfaced counter in kitchen with an epoxy countertop, re-stained all cabinets throughout the house, added pulls to all cabinets, new kitchen sink & faucet - finished it off with some light staging for photos and to help it sell quicker!