Milwaukee, on the other hand, retained its character as a city that was built on Lake Michigan shipping with large populations of German, Slavic, and Italian immigrants.

I also have a small group that keep it very simple and use the 1% rule.

I've had a few sellers or agents make a stink but my response is usually, I have the cash to close, but if I have the ability to push through a loan and keep my cash in hand, why wouldn't I take that opportunity? 

Pretty simple, actually.

Please click on the links, give them a read, and share your thoughts in the comments.First is a post that I feel will help not get overwhelmed with the amount of info that is here on BP:https://www.biggerpockets.com/blogs/5868/52761-the-simple-guide-to-getting-started-on-bpThe second is a post that will help get you focused with your real estate investing goals:https://www.biggerpockets.com/blogs/5868/52743-im-new-to-bp-any-advice-would-be-appriciatedThe last one is a post that will help you choose an “investor friendly” real estate agent.

Simple measurements, plumbing stacked on multiple levels when available.

Simple. 

It’s that simple.

If anyone is willing to let me get a hands on learning experience on a deal that’d be great.

Anyone else have the thought that good cash flowing rental properties will outperform index funds over many years hands down?