Huntersville's Q&A

We just made an agreement to purchase property in another state for retirement.  Closing is in 6 weeks.  In speaking with the lender I called today they said they don't lend for land purchases in another state and also stated most lenders would only lend 50% for out of state if I could find one.  Do we have to go to that state to apply for a loan or can this be done through the mail?  The state is 8 hours away.