The bigger the risk doesn't always mean the bigger reward though.

Bad part was that I was heavily involved. 

The old carpet will be thrown away for sure and I don't think it will be worth keeping the blinds.If the only risk left is that the tenant leaves with the carpet and the blinds, I am OK with that.But if the fact that the tenant "upgrades" the house at her cost can lead to legal issues down the road then I am not so OK with it (situation going sour for some reason).

Newb question here - forgive me - I've found what I think is a pretty solid deal for my area. It's a 4 unit property in East Hartford, Connecticut (let's call it Property B). It cash flows pretty well. I'd like to buy...

There is obviously less "risk" with just paying off my loans, but I am not afraid to carry my student debt if I am confident that my money is being better used elsewhere.Thanks for any insight and opinions! 

Whether guilty or not, the legal fees and time involved would not be pleasant. 

This would be a bit more involved to change I think.

Glad you're here.There are lots of ways to learn more and getting involved in the local real estate investor community in Maryland is something I'd also put on the beginner list.

So, I guess I am a bit of an investor, but I'd like to be more involved in the industry.  

Do you know of anyone who might like to get involved in real estate as a passive investor?"