Any tips anyone can share on how to find a reputable and trust-worthy contractor and/or a lawyer who can write up less riskier work contracts?

If you're okay with that, you can buy in just about any MIdwest city, just make sure you know the landlord-tenant laws.We've broken down the City of Detroit's 183 Neighborhoods, can share if interested.

I just thought I would share and I hope you have a great holiday season and New Year in 2024!

Birmingham’s market is diverse, with various areas offering different levels of potential and risk, so getting boots on the ground can be one of the best investments you make in terms of time and money.I’d be happy to connect and share more about what I’ve learned from my experience managing properties in this market. 

@Nick Rutkowski only used it to search the examples shared.

Thanks for sharing this question here, it's a great one that I get all the time.

I want someone who is not only financially capable but also shares my long-term vision for the properties and has experience with seller financing deals.2.

The property is paid off so you have options.Based on what you’ve shared, you carrying the note sounds like a viable option.Have you considered seller financing?

Bruce - thanks for sharing this info.

I want this to be an open discussion where we can all share resources and insights to help brokers build and grow their businesses in 2025.