@Rick Pozos I’m very much looking forward to sinking my teeth into it.

Michigan has a unique property tax structure that you should know to avoid bad assumptions.Overall, if you're buying this and willing to believe a wholesaler's claims about ARV and such, then you probably shouldn't be investing out-of-state because you're setting yourself up to be screwed.Either:1) Cut your teeth investing in your backyard2) Start building your OOS team BEFORE you buy anything3) Buy in the Ring Cities of Metro Detroit, which have less risk than the City of Detroit.You might want to follow our blog here on BP as we write extensively about the Metro Detroit market.https://www.biggerpockets.com/member-blogs/3094-royal-rose-properties

It has been like pulling teeth trying to get the seller to produce the lease and tenant's contact info.

I have no qualms whatsoever about buying anything off the MLS for as low as I can get it.

You would know the first project I can really sink my teeth in has to be a huge one.

I presented her my rental agreement, which says in part:"All personal property on premises shall be and remain at tenant's sole risk, and owner shall not be liable for any damage to or loss of such personal property arising from any cause whatsoever.

Leaving the low W2 low asset folks marketing for seller financed deals which in 2016 are like hens teeth.  

It's like pulling teeth to get them to submit and negotiate deals the right way and to structure the deals in a way that best benefits the borrower on the loan side. 

Also the consistency of renters and lack of any tenant problems whatsoever made it an easy call.  

IMO opinion it is the way to go if you have any self-employment income whatsoever.