Read all these forums and study the horror stories.

I would invest in a lawnmower and have in the lease that the tenant is responsible for maintaining the lawn.

Personal relationships aside - he doesn't maintain a very close relationship with his daughter or our family - what could go wrong here?

I've been watching and studying my local real estate market and retail industry for a few years now.

@Derek Epperson  You are right in that it is a balance between income and work, but if the 12 unit apt has been well maintained, then it shouldn't be a lot of work. 

I personally have opened an extra account with the bank I deal with here locally in Forest Park, IL so that I can show my intention to build and maintain my relationship.

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The best (as in least risky) REITs have managed to maintain their dividends throughout the crisis.

Notice keyword free stuff don't buy courses and don't over study get the basics and take the plunge nobody learns how to fight by reading books you have to get in the ring. 

Study shows current trend of hot market may last a while but we're certainly on edge of recession or as someone believe we're already in one.