That is also not an easy endeavor.  

If property managers and landlords have locks, isn't it very easy for them to steal tenant possessions?

Most title companies in Ohio are owned and run by attorneys so if worse comes to worse they can help you out or refer you to an attorney who can help you out.  

Very easy and lucrative.

Our goal is also to build a portfolio of properties in our city to be able to provide housing for folks that we come into contact with through our non-profits.On the other hand, I also participate in syndication deals with my network of investors bc I find it to be a great strategy for investors looking for solid passive income and a relatively easy way to multiply their money.

A first step for you is to find a Realtor and they can refer you to a lender who has a self-employed loan so you can buy a rental. 

Less so in Mattapan and Dorchester, though those are starting to gentrify and will soon be out of reach in my opinion.For reference, the average list price for homes currently on the market in Newton is $2,265,975. 

I feel like this is an easy question, just looking for an easy straight forward question.

Otherwise, he may realize that you need him more than he needs you.It gets a little convoluted but it's fairly easy to distinguish what the deal would be worth if you farmed everything out vice relying on people who are bringing more to the table.

If your budget is low try Bayonne a little further south but still fairly easy to get to Manhattan.