There are so many choices; however, I am ready to learn and take action.

I love LA and it would be my second choice after Atlanta.

@Ryan IgbanolBP is full of useful resources such as forums and blogs.

Ryan if you are buying this building to take over the practice then that 51% usage is a big factor for lenders.

Finally, my own house (soon to be gifted by my folks) is in a pretty choice location in San Jose and I may move out of it to take a posting internationally.

  :)Just kidding.I have looked, and are currently into it, and we only have 1 property currently which is managed.So no, by no means are you a wussy for wanting to go that route.Especially if it is out of state.Things I am really considering for all of our RE choices right now are as follows:Top of a cycle, anticipated reduction of value to assets for the next 2-4 years, meaning mortgage paydown is more important right now.

spend 20 minutes with a good real estate agent zillow has pretty pictures but is always a few weeks behind on comps  Chase has a property calculator check it out ',but a real estate agent would be the best choice https://www.chase.com/mortgage/mortgage-resources/...

you don't have to use the agent the buyer can pay the agent or you can deal directly with the buyer your choice 

I had no choice in the matter...they use replacement cost as their criteria.

Your investment to join is a very wise choice.