House prices, as we all know are local, but are going to be more based off inventory and local affordability.

Rare do I hear of recommendations but I do hear people asking.I would think in any big city you think about, a visit to a local NARPEM meeting or 2-3 visits would be a great idea. 

Changes to local landlord/tenant laws and new situations involving tenants lead to these annual updates.

I am debating using my local lawyer vs. finding a lawyer in the state where the property is located.

@Iliana Herrman while your local market may feel safer there are also markets that will withstand market downturns and appreciate.

@Cynthia Lee it depends on your state and local laws.Here in Michigan, we can accept partial rent payments up to the Writ status and have it not affect the eviction process.

If you are looking to house hack in our local neck of the woods, I recommend reaching out to @Josh Green.

This is just a brief post to give some insight into the local maintenance costs in the Metro Detroit area. 

House HackAttend as many REI meetups as you can to grow your network of investors for referrals, help through challenges you may incur but don't have experience with, and learn from proven guest speakersNetworking app like blinq to compile all of your contacts for REI in one area with phone and emailbegin conversations with local credit unions exploring what type of loan products they offer

I am an investor-friendly agent and a local Belleville investor myself.