The rent-to-price ratios are strong, property values remain relatively affordable compared to many other cities, and the city has been seeing real economic and population growth.I invest in Detroit myself and have built a portfolio of 12 doors there.

You might consider: Consulting a Real Estate Attorney – Your emails may possibly prove misrepresentation.Requesting Public Records – A FOIA request might reveal why the city denied you but later approved the duplex.Escalating to City Officials – Bringing this to local officials could expose inconsistencies.Exploring Tax Write-Offs – A CPA might help offset your financial loss, if it is possible.I’d definitely seek legal advice.

@James TobinJames, congratulations on deciding to take the first step into real estate investing!

You can also check meetup.com or search Facebook for real estate investment groups, clubs, or meetings in your area.

@Jason BibleUBIT exposure would be in the case of an IRA. 401k is exempt from UBIT on leveraged real estate. 

I swapped from CapitalOne to Baselane about 6 months ago and it's been highly beneficial to my little real estate biz.

From then I knew real estate investing would be in my future.

For example, Ohio Real Title provides property lien search services across all 88 counties in Ohio, making it a convenient option for obtaining a thorough analysis before bidding on a property.Ohio Real Title is the company I use, and we have a joint venture with them.

I’m diving into real estate investing with a focus on rental properties, and I’m looking to connect with like-minded investors, lenders, and partners.A little about me:•I’m currently working on securing my first rental property and seeking a strategic partnership with an investor willing to fund the deal while I handle the operations.

We have a 14-page management contract that we've added our real experiences to over the years, with the intent of protecting both us AND the landlord.