So I’m familiar with it at a high level - so I’m also looking for connections/feedback to help understand the nuances, etc. for my first investment in the market.

This is critical to understand if they will be a headache to deal with.

Also know that upon sale sometimes the presence of more water meters increases value.Curious to understand the forum's opinion on the best water meter configuration given costs OR if it’s just not worth it and I should leave the one master meter and stick with RUBS on all 4 units.

Best, DragoThank you Drago for helping to understand these smaller but potentially big issues down the lane.

If you like to be risky with your capital maybe try putting it in some index funds, crypto, or stocks that you believe in and understand and then take it out when its made a good return and then use it for the downpayment.  

Verifying last 2 years of rental history and income extremely important to find the “best of the worst”.Make sure you understand the Class of properties you are looking at and the corresponding results to expect.The City of Detroit has 183 Neighborhoods we’ve analyzed.DM us if you’d like to discuss this logical approach in greater detail!

You'll never get your best deal until you understand what the other side is dealing with. 

After you feel confident in understanding real estate as an investment vehicle, decide how you want to begin your investing journey.

We understand that but frankly we are extremly reluctant to ablidge.

I'm a pretty handy guy but this would be outside of my realm, but my experience helps me understand how much this type of improvement should cost.Improvements: remodel kitchen and bathroom, paint interior, fix exterior scafolding.How should I go about finding a contractor?