BP,Kinda freaking out a little, just made my first offer on a property from 700 miles away in a town I've never been to, on a quadplex I have no intention of ever seeing in person.

There is a reason why Midwest ghost towns got created during the 2008 downturn.

We just took over a 15-unit multifamily here in Portland that is in a great part of town.

alot of this I think would be determined on personal goals of yourself and family followed by goals of your future for example I bought my first house 2 years ago small little 3 bed 1 bath thought great started now i have 1 5 year old terror I already see the drama of a girl in teens sharing a bath room -_- I would give ANYTHING to go back 2 years and buy a duplex "but I cant" sooo I now have great sweat equity built into my home and will be taking a heloc out on it to do my first deal.

My boss/owner of the company would not get upset and actually encourages me to get involved in various groups and organizations in town knowing it will take up some work time here in the office.It obviously costs money to take the course and exam, then I need to find a brokerage to hold my license, correct?

I’m looking for insight on potential towns to invest in, specifically ones that are West of the NYC in New Jersey.

It is an old property that was originally built in 1929, I believe.  

Your best option is to invest in purpose built multi units.

Project: SFH: Its a 1400 ft2, non-flooded , single story ,3 bed 2 bath, 1983 built in clear lake TX area zip 77062.

Hello Aaron,I would call the town and asked them if there are any liens on the property if the taxes are up to date.