Just saying ,the expenses for out of state properties is hard to manage when you have no physical, eyes on, level of work, or professionalism done,, until a problem really surfaces and then you've paid thru the nose, jump hoops to figure things out after the fact. 

We want to start investing in real estate to offset that income by one of us becoming a "real estate professional".

You'd be well served to enlist the help of a local RE professional that's really familiar with these.. nuances, so to speak.There are at least a few of them on this forum.

Currently seeking to get licensed and become an RE agent with the goal of becoming an investor.

Preamble:Howdy! I currently own a rental property in Boston which I house hacked and am actively trying to acquire another to do the same. However, the market in my area is very hot, and I haven't been able to find/wi...

Partnership agreements carry significant weight unless they violate some sort of public policy or seek to waive a duty case law demands is non waivable.

If you don't mind living a little outside of the city, Ferndale and Royal Oak are great places to look, especially for young professionals. 

I am trying to become a real estate investor and I am encountering a few issues I am in the military and currently overseas but i would like to invest in my home state but I have no one to look at the property where d...

Research and Education is the key, even when faced with overwhelming opinions by professionals.

If the offer is accepted I schedule a professional inspection to verify the condition and life expectancy  of all major components and appliances.