Come by REI Central some time if you want to meet other investors in person.

Did you actually look at these properties in person? 

I would try to make sure a title company is involved, because if you go to sell it later, the title company for the sale may be too conservative about deeds that were recorded without being part of a title insurance policy, if that makes sense. 

can you visit them in person? 

I answered and the person told me they work for private investors.

My company leases a property from a private landlord in Glen Ellyn, with permission to sublease.

A very good local agent would be the starting point of the conversation for me personally.

I would recommend always use an attorney to draft your documents and use a title company to close.

It is extremely hard for the average person to afford a standard home, car, and investment property without any debt.

HVAC company?