Otherwise, broker classes that lead to a real license are cheap.If you want to become a real broker, earn a real license.

Managing Class C & D properties is NOT for every PMC!

And what is your price point and are you looking for turn-key properties or something along the lines of a "fixer upper"?

I am interested in investing in something a bit more passive as I am getting older and, while I love the real estate asset class, I do recognize the need for multiple streams of income. 

So really depends tenant class. 

Depending on the asset class, performance under each category aligns accordingly. 

The Regent Square side of Wilkinsburg west of the MLK Busway is a borderline A class neighborhood.

2) I'd like to target B class properties, but I've read about significant  apartments added in these areas.

If you were looking to buy a fixer upper etc..

While I’m open to both turn-key and fixer-upper properties, my preference leans slightly toward value-add opportunities where I can improve the property and increase equity or cash flow.That said, I’m also happy to consider turn-key options that provide immediate cash flow if they fit within my investment strategy.