This alone is a complex issue as the buyer needs to be able to make repairs and improvements, seeing that they are professionally done is another matter.

They know the ins and outs of the statutes and the court system and will be able to give you a solid answer.Carefully document everything.

I wasn't negating your post, I was only offering a different view... one that too many face and feel, yet one that not many will speak up on, again, because there are those with "bully" syndrome and this superiority complex who shut them down every time they ask a question. 

@Najeh Davenport I had a pool for a 5-unit complex and went through same decision process as you.

If you went to court you would be awarded money for their gossip that you'd likely never collect and you would be SPENDING MONEY to have a lawyer draft a NDA and to take them to court.

For longer-term holds or more complex deals, IRR and Cap Rate might take center stage.It’s all about what aligns with your objectives and helps you make the best decisions for your projects.

There are several like Toledo - for example Cleveland, Dayton, Cincinnati, Washington Court House. 

Once you have >1M in equity, then I think its worth considering getting something slightly more complex.

.- A reverse 1031: Complex, and possible financing issues for the initial purchase before selling.

The ability to work with unique or complex property situations?