At the time I understood none of this, but assumed the responsibilities of managing the tenants in the other unit as well as maintenance, etc.There were several hardships and she lost her job. 

I have used First United for several different things, and have never had those issues. 

I'd be sure to get several recommendations and then interview at least three.

Since I graduated I have worked desk jobs for several corporations.

There are several more you should ask, but I was limited to 3

The second option is better for several reasons.

Not sure if we are at the peak, but there was a lot of demand for my portfolio and I received several very good offers. 

@Brandon LewisFor investment properties I look for several key indicators- Local businesses/restaurants/shopping centers near by- Easy access to public transportation- Proximity to local schools and the quality of those schools- Investment in the area (is the area being built up/commercialized?)

There are several right here-I'm not naming them!

My goal would be to own the condo for SEVERAL years as my first time investment only property or possibly live in there, fix it up, and rent it out for more.Regarding MY funding, I wouldn't be buying it with MY cash, rather financing through different means, with low interest.