House hacking locally is typically going to be the least risky way to get started, even if it is more expensive of a property.

@Adriana Medina, a typical landlord is not a skilled detective/investigator.

That's because the appraisals here are typically horrible. 

It typically has pretty good rental demand with UCONN Law School, St.

This is typically done 3x a year.Hire a company to deep clean the washing machine, drier, and dishwasher.Reimburse us for the combined 8 hours we have now spent on cleaning the home.Repaint the walls, at minimum in the basement.Prorate our rent for the days we are unable to be in the home due to the current issues and any repair time.Please let us know how you would like to proceed.Thank you,Sindy and Cary"You need a professional property manager!

What kind of returns are you typically seeing on these deals?

The 1031 is only into like-kind investment real estate and typically is only 1-3 properties and therefore only 1- 3 markets.

They typically will have data and newsletters as well they can send you.

I would read up on "Squatters Rights" laws and how long a typical eviction takes to execute.

A monthly fee (typically around $5-20/mo) is added on to the payment.