I will say unique properties can sit since you are finding the "right" person.

A lot of times you cannot view the property.

We are looking to buy our first property in the Baltimore, MD area.

In your opinion what do you think is the best property to start with?

I don't foresee property taxes going down no matter what DeSantis says. 

The entirety of these cities aren't just comprised of cheap run down properties. 

This impressive 7,000 square foot property is situated in an upscale Boston neighborhood.

From a financial perspective, the numbers look attractive—many of these properties show a Cap Rate of 6%–8% or more, which is quite decent.For example, if a Dollar Store property is listed at $1.2 million with an average Net Operating Income (NOI) of $90,000 per year, financing 50% with a 6.5% APR, loan would still result in positive cash flow from day one.

.: Wondering if losses from passive rental income (I.e. long distance property managed by third party) could offset capital gains from stocks? 

I'm local to Miami and I have 3 section 8 properties here and 5 in Detroit.