You might be able to find something in a neighbouring state to the east which is within driving distance.

The current portfolio doesn't require much management, but I feel there is opportunity to grow the portfolio moving forwards. 

Eastpointe has a semi-decent school district, and the area overall is seeing a population growth.

Why not protect the growth of your investments?  

And the cost of legal defense , even if successful, will drive the company out of business.   

If your money that you want passed down is in a ROTH or something your beneficiaries can wait 10 years for distribution to get them another 10 years of tax free growth. 

I spent my twenties in the area and have seen the economic growth.

Keep personal and business finances separate to create less headache.You should also do the following to make your bookkeeping easier:- File all receipts in a dedicated Google Drive folder.

I own in the Avenue neighborhood and feel it has the has the strongest prospect for growth. 

@Josh LansberryIt’s exciting that you’re ready to take action in the Raleigh/Research Triangle market, an area with strong growth potential.