It always seems to take longer, cost more and cause more stress than I plan 

Be as detailed and specific as possible when mentioning your future plans, current operation/experience level, ongoing projects, etc.

There is typically a 10-20% margin between assessed values and market values with 1-4 unit properties in the Twin Cities - but if the property you're offering on has a larger than normal gap between the two values, plan on some increases in the following few years.

I am not planning on driving the routes - would need to have a manager & dispatcher while having trucks and drivers actually drive the routes and deliver packages.The businesses seem to be quite strong cash-flow-wise but I'm not sure if it's a good idea to get into this business.Would appreciate any feedback on this.Thanks.

@Ryan Sweeney @Ron AngelThere are providers of both checkbook IRAs and Solo 401k plans that regularly post to these forums.

Hi, I am planning to buy rental property this year in Michigan.

There are also potential warranty issues.

We do plan to remodel a bath which would not be possible with a tenant living there.  

If you are planning to move into the next property, you may be able to find a property for sale that has an assumable mortgage.

8) What attorney will you use for eviction or do you plan to go to court yourself?