this is where understanding the local market is critical. 

I do appreciate the advice and criticisms.

Our experience has been it is critical to have a "Den Mother" whom you trust living in the property.Only knowing the context in which this business operates can you evaluate whether it is a "good business" which throws off sufficient cash to compensate for the elevated administrative effort and risk which comes with running a rooming/boarding house.

They make buyers agent's reach out and ask for all the info that would be critical for buyers.

Maintaining public schools, parks, & public spaces are critical for increasing property values by making the area more attractive for existing & new tenants.

Downside is you will be competing against others that are trying to do the same so knowing your market is critical.

Is this a good deal (no pics of property, no income projections, no description if they are managing it)...Being thorough in real estate is critical, if you are not able to do research and be more definitive you will just be lost because of all the good and bad advice on BP.Some of these questions are like saying "I want a spouse".

If you plan to wire funds, it may be fine to receive wire instructions via email--it's what you do after receiving them that is critical.

I recommend people get policies with living benefits so you can get some of your money before you pass if you’re critically, chronically, or terminally ill. 

It is critical to understand their work ethic and whether they deliver on time and on budget.