On paper the returns look incredible, however I am totally new to this category so Im not sure totally how to analyze it.

One thing that helped keep anxiety levels lower than usual is the fact that Ann Arbor is an incredibly strong/stable market, so if everything went south we would've had no qualms about holding on to the property long term. 

You came to the right place to learn more about real estate and connect with other motivated investors.

Our first duplex is in Gracywoods right down the street from North Oaks and the numbers on it are incredible.

Mark and @Tamiel Kenney are amazing mentors and incredible individuals. 

I am highly motivated and ready to make a change! 

It sounds like you've got the "why" of your goals figured out, something that's incredibly important and often overlooked.

Here's how real estate has changed my life.1) I receive checks at all different times of the month.2) I have more income coming in than ever before.3) I pay less of a tax rate than I ever have4) My net worth goes up literally everyday.5) I spend more time with my kids than I ever have... 6) I get to give to things that I'm passionate about7) I love what I do everyday.This is not a post to brag, It is a post to motivate.....

I'm motivated to go this route and I will do it.

What are your motivations for lending the money vs buying your first property?