And what I described above was the perfect answer for me.

We finally found a duplex that was a perfect mix of the right price, medium taxes and a decent neighborhood.

Everyone is basically sitting on the sidelines while the rest of us are building portfolios that will be worth millions in 15-years...We just did an 11-yr market analysis and the sky is the limit...its the perfect time to buy...

As a new investor, this sounds like the perfect opportunity to really start your investing career on the right foot.  

Thanks John, you answered my question perfectly!

After listening to many real estate pod cast by BiggerPockets, I’ve become a big fan and I’m convinced this is the perfect place to get started.Over the years I have acquired various skills including construction, excavation & equipment operation, masonry, mechanics, spreadsheets, communications, and office management.My strengths however are in planning/creating consistent & standardized workflow as well as excellent communication and networking skills.I'm a "Go-Getter" and I recently transitioned to a stay at home dad due to a concussion injury.

I am good at what I do and the skills developed align perfectly with debt investing.

The Dayton, Ohio area where I'm looking is ultimately a large C- to C area with many pockets of 1900-1930s homes, perfect for pursuing 2-4 units properties, while being free and clear of "war zones."

I know it's not a perfect world and I will still get questions, but I want to limit them.

A good syndication sponsor can produce the best outcome in the face of adverse circumstances, while a bad or inexperienced one can screw up a perfectly good real estate deal.