So while some opportunities show good potential always take into consideration the downside possibilities.

If you consider Pittsburgh in the future I'm happy to talk about the market and help you get set up. 

I am looking for any recommendations on how to properly scale this idea over the first few years conservatively and not wanting to over use leverage and debt by starting small in duplex and being open to triple/quadplex in the future if the right opportunity presents itself.

Times are changing somewhat though, so maybe over time if they are not supportive now, they will be at some point in the future. 

What’s the best way for a new LP to vet potential managing partners?

But, insurance costs are likely to rise, making getting mortgages for most people even harder to get.What is likely to happen is more creative financing going forward, private lending to increase and smaller houses being built in the future. 

Hey Makani, you should check out DSCR loans, which are primarily for investment properties and focus on the property’s income potential rather than your personal income.

Here was one of the highlights "if a landlord knows that a property is subject to flooding, then they must share that information with potential tenants prior to signing the lease agreement.

When evaluating a potential real estate investment, both the Debt Service Coverage Ratio (DSCR) and the 50% Rule can be helpful tools.

There are plenty of investment opportunities in the Detroit area as well which have the potential to offer immediate value, so I would weigh your options with care.