By staying focused on their goals, continuously learning, and adapting their strategies, investors can overcome challenges and achieve financial freedom through real estate.

Yes, a portion you want to stay away from.

It's important to familiarize yourself with landlord-tenant laws in your area, and stay on top of maintenance and repair issues to keep the building in good condition.It's also important to thoroughly evaluate the financials of the building before making a purchase.

This will help ensure that the project stays on track and within your financial goals.

My attorney has said it is extremely messy and possibly could have this hell of a tenant stay rent free with his junkie friends up to 6 months in the unit.

If you are getting your hands dirty I'd say stay local because your appreciation will be better long term but if you want the passive route there are several markets east of you and maybe north.

You read everything, listened to the podcasts and have all of the knowledge but feel you are missing some magical piece to put it all together. 

They can also stay until the end of the lease term and receive nothing for leaving.You chose to skim the entire topic and spout off twice about your own faulty assumptions.

They stay in their lanes for the most part.

I am focusing on gaining knowledge before my first purchase.