Until then, I plan on absorbing as much information on apartment complexes in Western Massachusetts and Massachusetts to be better prepared on my first deal.

You are a disqualified party to the IRA and may not transact with the IRA or co-mingle funds as you have.Find yourself a tax attorney and be prepared for a big hit.

If not, you'll have to learn how to hire contractors who specialize with this property type.

Brian Bandas there is nothing special about investing long distance.

Hi, I'm looking for lawyer specialize in eviction in NYC area.

probably best to ask an attorney or RE agent that specializes in investments and condos for this one. 

I understand you can be very knowledgeable and prepared but I haven't made any deals in the past or have any rentals under my belt.

My ultimate goal would be to replace my W-2 income so I can pastor full time and to also prepare for retirement from the ministry so I won’t be limited financially from helping other churches, missions, etc.I have an interest in a couple areas of real estate.

Be prepared for TCS to keep at you and offer to take you for less, That's what happened to me, and they eventually went down to $3500.

Be a wholesaler who has specialized knowledge in the benefits of one type of investment property and has an inventory or source for this kind of proprty and can move it quickly.