However, I saw enough that I believe that the information available is so imperfect and subject to interpretation that large losses would be an inevitable part of the program, as well as large gains.  

Quote from @Brittany Minocchi: I'm a bit farther north, but I've helped a couple of people with loans in that area - the properties seem to be working out well for them!  

When it's a well established company like Apple, they aren't likely to be going out of business so there is some certainty that there will be in increase in demand for quite some time.

hi all,I'm a rookie investor, have a couple of properties that cash flow well.

I invest in Richmond as well, through house-hacking and BRRRRs primarily!

Well no kidding!

I talk to a LOT of out of state investors looking near my hometown in the Akron/Canton area, as well as places like Cleveland, Toledo, Dayton, Columbus and Cincinnati.

Most importantly, learn how to manage it well so you don't squander your investment.

I think you're doing quite well given the location. 

I had a guest cancel as well and my cleaner refunded the fee from their invoice no problem.