--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Recommend you first figure out the property Class you want to invest in, THEN figure out the corresponding location to invest in.Property Class will typically dictate the Class of tenant you get, which greatly IMPACTS rental income stability and property maintenance/damage by tenants.If you apply Class A assumptions to a Class B or C purchase, your expectations won’t be met and it may be a financial disaster.If you buy/renovate a property in Class D area to Class A standards, what quality of tenant will you get?

I recommend legal advice from an attorney.

I would recommend starting with those and then reaching out to an experienced investment oriented agent once you are ready.

Pleased to accept the recommendations of those more experienced than I and I thank you for your advice!

I would also recommend the RPOA meetings here in Grand Rapids.

What i would recommend is joining a REA or other real estate meet-up group where you can connect with other likeminded individuals consistently and share knowledge.

I would lean towards recommending that you pursue the deal - plus having the property remain in your family may be a net positive for you and your extended family regardless of the ultimate financial return. 

Again, this isn't saying this guy is, I'm saying generally.My recommendation: Contact the city about section 8 programs, read here in the forums, listen to podcasts, then talk to property managers.

Would this still be recommended if I planned on investing in different markets? 

Any tools, APIs, or approaches you’d recommend?