I would recommend pursuing some sort of rehab financing to fix the property up and maximize rent asap.

I would recommend trying all of it out of you are new and then zeroing in on 3-4 that you really like and start to get good at in your market.

yes there are DSCR no ratio programs at higher interest rates 30 years fixed. so refi out of the bridge to that if 100% needed.. not recommended as i said unless no other option. get it rented.

Great tenant that always pays on time - been there for 5 years Did you work with any real estate professionals (agents, lenders, etc.) that you'd recommend to others?

What are your thoughts on Cleveland as a place to begin investing and What areas would you recommend I begin looking at?

Since you’re considering Midwest markets, I’d highly recommend adding Detroit to your list of cities to research.

Chad is great, definitely recommend his Twitter and YouTube channel

Again, this is just an example.I probably would not recommend you buy single family homes if you want to replace your income.

I'd recommend staying within 10-15% of the median priced home because that's where the most demand will be not only for renters but owner occupants as well. 

I'd build up and go for at least 2 units but 3 stories is better. 3 story walk up apartments account for almost 65% of apartment developments round he country. this is what I'd recommend on your lot. this is 35' tall and we do it in columbus oh