I personally would not invest in detroit as historically its not a appreciating market and for cash flow and I invest primarily for appreciation - I go off the location location location mantra. 

This is so I know if I should keep the person I currently have.

And what if the one person you didn't check has a criminal background, has collections, and more?

I am here to create a business strategy that protects personal and business investments and mitigates risk,  procure a coach or mentor, and set up tax strategies to create long-term wealth for myself and my family. 

It's a personal preference.

Whether the seller was open to a buyer commission or not, I wouldn't put an additional cost into any personal purchase.  

One-person rental units are in the highest demand, and co-living directly appeals to this market.

If someone injures themselves and sues, they will be suing the LLC and not you personally.

What I was getting at is that even investing "out of state", let alone out of the country, is more difficult when you don't have any personal connections and even more difficult with your first property.

Tell me - someone selling their home to your son, Subject-To - is this a person who has made good life choices?