Being as my bills are not terribly high probably around 2500 a month (but with little savings) Would it be wise for me to pursue a real estate career or maybe something along the lines of a carpenter or in the trade of fixing up houses?

Carpets are terrible for people with allergies too. 

Mike Mike , check out Keith Weinhold’s recent podcast on “Why Home Equity Is A Terrible Investment.”

Cleveland isn't a terrible area but there probably aren't any true "A" properties in Cleveland.

But that does not look terrible.

What are some platforms you have had successes, and failing that, terrible experiences with so far?

If you're considering doing business with someone that you aren't sure of their legitimacy, you're making a terrible mistake.  

The area for this house isn't too terrible - I would feel comfortable driving down the street.Some things to think about with long-distance investing:Are you planning to visit and get a feel for the market?

I know its a terrible, terrible, idea but it somehow simplifies things in my mind knowing that the sacrifice and work over the past 12 years did amount to something.Other choice is to invest the money (putting it at risk possibly) and surely earn more than the 3.7% but it needs to have growth and income. 

I have a tenet that is interested in buying, but they have terrible credit.