Hi @Kaveh Narimani, I'm based in Southern California, but I have started my out-of-state real estate journey in Indianapolis.

You can find a company that has flexible spending options based on the volume you'll be submitting, and doesn't charge extra for the double skip process.

The leads are horrible and I've heard that some agents have had success getting out based on the new lawsuit selling one lead to multiple agents.

Adjust your strategy to match the market.Find an add value and play the long term game.

It depends on what your starting reserves are, but if you have enough for a down payment, I would look into DSCR loans for financing, as you can qualify based on the property's cash flow as opposed to your own personal income. 

can put the property under due diligence and check with the county if its possible to get a variance for the multi and settle based upon that contingency 

I've also built and seen others build a lot of equity in that time.Purchase: $80k-$130kRent: $1100-$1500 (no rent control in MI)1% rule: 1%-1.4% rule dealsROI: 10-14%Cash flow: $150-$300/door (after all expenses and budgeting for maint, capex, vacancy)Appreciation: 3-10%+ (has been double digit for a decade)Location: C+, B-These numbers are based on the "sweet spot" in Metro Detroit.

Choose your investments based on their growth potential and their risk.

The PP is around $72k but current value range is around $140k+ based on recent comps (not a lot in the area though). 

We just chose decor that fit the idea of a nice lake house.Sometimes a place can just design itself based on location.