There was even one exceptionally kind Bigger Pockets member that seemed to know a lot about health and physical activity that we even chatted on the phone afterwards and he gave me some good pointers.  

I have the private money lined up for the 25% down payment.

Had received an email from this group and spoke with them on the phone yesterday. 

There are plenty of great folks on here to help you on your way.

For example, should we focus on acquiring one high-quality property in a strong market, or would it make more sense to spread the investment across multiple lower-cost units in emerging areas?

There are plenty of mood boards and renovation material ideas on there. 

Good wholesalers will price deals well, meat on the bone for you.

Santarelli allegedly purchased from a government auction from the bankruptcy trustee and relaunched online.

LOL   That is exactly what I would expect from the Detroit City Government.If you go there, they are likely going to say you first need a license from a different office on the other side of town and when you drive there, they will say you need an appointment with them, but they only have appointments the third Thursday of each month.  

@Guang Yang online travel agency. i.e VRBO