Would like to be more hands off as well.

As far as meetups go, you can find a lot of local events posted here on BiggerPockets: https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/521-real-estate-events-...I also have a list of Chicago meetups that I can share with you as well.

I am an investor friendly agent as well looking to start my journey in RE investing.

I work with investors in Huntsville, and there are big things heating up here, as well.

You must learn to manage the property well.

Duplexes are very common here and are much easier to find than a Quad as well.

I highly recommend a well-qualified REALTOR who works with investors and knows how to help you best.7.

Well I may not be the most seasoned in the world but my wife and I have established processes that work for us. 

So you can see why mentioning that solar benefits from tax credits without including the fact that every other form of energy does as well comes across as remiss to anyone who knows a little bit about energy. 

I think it's great...it's an opportune time to let them know what they are doing well and that you appreciate it - as well as to discuss areas of concern.