To find competitive pricing, look into the rental prices of nearby multifamily properties that are comparable to yours.Take into account all of the running costs, such as insurance, maintenance, taxes on the property, utilities (if not individually metered), and, if necessary, property management fees.Take into account the principle and interest payments associated with your mortgage.

All of which has helped me reduce my taxable income resulting in me getting $$$ tax returns (which i don't hate)Last week i received a text from MJRESOLVES (never heard of them).

A lot of markets in the Midwest offer lower prices, cheaper taxes and are landlord friendly as well.

I called the city to see if they would be willing to lower the property taxes or do anything to help with the fact that parking is so limited.

My question is based on the following:lets say you put down 20% on 300K property which is 60k (plus closing costs ) and you are breaking even with you mortgage + other expenses(taxes ,management fees,...) included.

Propstream allows you to pull niche lists of homeowners that are tax delinquent, failed listings, high equity, or even in preforeclosure.

Can I write off my real estate education costs on my taxes?   

I would also consider taxes into your situation. 

My question is do I need to use all of the equity towards the down payment of the property, to avoid capital gains tax? 

Location is not an issue as most of them remotely assist RE clients with their tax planning and accounting.