They should be easy to find with an internet search. 

Leverage local experts: Connect with an architect or zoning attorney familiar with Scranton’s rules.

They are 100% correct.The downside sometimes to forums is people have a superman complex and get the impression real estate is easy as they think everyone is doing it and just jump in without the knowledge or expertise.

If you do it right, it’s arguably the best market to invest.Purchase: $80k-$130kRent: $1100-$1500 (no rent control in MI)1% rule: .9%-1.4% rule dealsCoc ROI: 5-12%Total ROI: 20-40%Cash flow: $50-$250/door (after all expenses and budgeting for maint, capex, vacancy)Appreciation: 3-10%+ (has been double digit for a decade)Location: C+, B-These numbers are based on the “sweet spot” in Metro Detroit.

Asking in the correct forum will get a better response.Read the RULES!

There are rules and situations unique to each state and that is why you want to go with a local lender vice someone just reaching out to you telling you they can do it. 2) Better recourse if the lender screws something up: a local lender has more skin in the game so to speak as if they screw something up their name will be mud to local real estate agents in the deal.

Asking in the correct forum will get a better response.Read the RULES!

It’s also worth diving into local regulations and HOA rules—they can shift quickly in coastal markets like this.

I get 20 calls a week, tenants are the easy part,  

It's actually Excel-Easy.