C21, Keller Wms which is strong on training and helping out.

She's all in on real estate.I'm slowly trying to put together a strong foundation to make the the jump into leaving my, all too-often monotonous, 8-5 job.

My understanding of the market there is that it is strong for the midwest: reasonable population growth, good jobs, solid neighborhoods, good cap rates, etc.Because I'm quite busy, I don't have the time (or willpower, to be honest) to hunt for deals myself, find contractors to renovate, and do all that work myself.

I’ve had a brand new “9 year” water heater go out in 10 months, and a “6 year” water heater still going strong after well over 10 years.

If you have a strong owner occupant pool for the area, it might be best to sell it vacant. 

I am trying to determine a strong market to start searching for deals but am not sure where to start.

Strong area. 

Again, the property is in good condition so repairs could be between 10-15k but I choose $15k to be conservative.Here is the funny part...I’m excited, I’ve done my homeworks, I’m getting educated-strong job+income etc etc but don’t have too much or very low low liquid$ to get into.

It would likely be best to spend a couple of weeks there, if possible, setting up some meetings with property managers, realtors, and contractors.And I strongly suggest you get a property manager at first.

Thanks, I'm in sales and marketing so talking is my strong point.