As an out of state investor, I would find a solid agent who understands real estate investing in the area and utilize their expertise. 

Common fees will include a set-up fee, a leasing fee for each turnover or a lease renewal fee, marking up maintenance, retaining late fees, and more.

That way, you're getting paid without having to interact directly with the tenants, screen them, collect rent, drama, etc.I've worked with some of the population that utilizes group homes.

@William Coet, as noted, it sort of depends on where you are looking to protect liability.The most common reason I hear when working with investors who invest in a syndication through their LLC is honestly for ease of bookkeeping and record keeping.  

you dont a good agent repping a buyer is going to go to bat for them not U keep in mind many sellers lie about all sorts of things.. not saying your that way but it is common the industry.

There's been a lot of stories but the most common recurring theme to the ghost sightings is a little girl in the north room on the third floor.

The people who are helping are genuinely nice people, but NOBODY should be clicking a random link left on an internet forum, that is just common sense.

@Vincent Aiello - and for payment, do you utilize paypal or another online portal?

If so, page 15, Section 5.01 F. should directly address your question: http://ccatax.ci.cleveland.oh.us/taxforms/common/rreff1124.pdfIf you should be buying in some other local jurisdictions in NE Ohio, be aware of RITAOhio.com.Each of the above root websites has a menu that gives you the list of participating jurisdictions for each.

Common fees will include a set-up fee, a leasing fee for each turnover or a lease renewal fee, marking up maintenance, retaining late fees, and more.