What percentage of gross revenue does an owner typically keep if they do employ a property manager?

Even if you break even, you will lose money every month it sits vacant, when you need repairs, property management, etc.

There are plenty of entry roles from cold calling, scrubbing data and find deals for investors, leasing assistant, work on construction sites, office admin, project coordinator, Title assistant, RE photographer, transaction coordinator.. on and on. 

The state will get its pound of flesh and my liabilities were better managed by executing perfect permitted work and excellent insurance.I'd sincerely recommend having a savvy CPA, Lawyer & Insurance broker.

Otherwise, I'd say watch those areas closer to Micron understanding the barrier to entry will be significantly higher in exchange for the lower risk.

Any insights on financing, managing renovations, or rental demand in Detroit would be greatly appreciated! 

Consider starting with house hacking to reduce housing costs while learning property management, or explore mid-term and short-term rentals for steady or higher income.

I do construction management for investors and I usually find them good contractors at good prices. 

I selected Lewiston for the post as I didn't see an Augusta option, but I do work all over the state.It was my family's property management business that brought me to Maine and sparked my interest in and passion for helping investors achieve their goals. 

BAM and Praxis have definitely managed the situation better at this point in time.