Army of layers have helped him with the dream.

Real estate investors (and I have occasionally been guilty myself) often add many unnecessary layers of complication to what could be a simple transaction, for reasons of gaining elusive or not existent advantages.  

I feel like it's pretty hard to get a idea of the appreciation in any area at this point with everything going on, but I could definitely be wrong on that.However, I understand that its vital to have knowledge of the areas you mentioned in order to have positive outcome.

Your ability to put together a strong team is vital on the success!

You need to look beyond that layer and start focusing on the next layer of branches.

Property manager, contractor, financing, lawyer, book keeper, deal finder, anyone else who will be vital to your business.

When doing this with multiple units and layering 10+ units over time , it’s a way to create rising monthly income along with long term wealth creation.

It is vitally important that you educate yourself on how this game works!

This doesn't have to be for every property, but if you can't visit the market at least once, then you are adding a layer of risk to what is already a risky investment strategy - OOS investing.  

I guess per MA state law, you cant rent to someone with a child younger than 6yrs of age.Even if the kid is 8yrs old, I cant stop him from peeling 5 layers of paint and eating the layer with lead paint.