I recommend you read "Long-Distance Real Estate Investing" by David Greene and consider investing in a different market.

I've been working on real estate investments (both multifamily and commercial) for the past couple years and have learned a lot about the process.

Now while I am aware of what this means I am curious what the real scoop on these are.

For some background...I am currently a renter in the City of Chicago and am new to real estate investing.

Quote from @Regina Blake: Hi, yes Ohio is a great place to invest in real estate and if you have any questions or concerns.

I am looking for a CPA recommendation in the Michigan area, who has extensive experience/knowledge with real estate taxes. 

seems like they're planning to micromanage everything, which could be a real problem.

value of $650,000 already pulled out $50,000 and still have another $275,000 equity Did you work with any real estate professionals (agents, lenders, etc.) that you'd recommend to others?

RR has some very nice product .. however one just needs to look at any real estate venture with the same due diligence you would buying a home to live in.home inspection verify neighborhoods etc.My personal Experience with Zach the owner has proven over time he is very diligent in making sure his product and staff are on top of his clients investments.. that all said its still real estate so keep that in mind as well. but as for integrity Zach has it from my point of view.

I'm hoping to build a network of relationships with other real estate professionals, investors, brokers, and affialites.