You ask which state you would choose to invest.Well, if you like living in Wisconsin, you could look for a duplex to start with in an area that had rental demand in the path of progress that was affordable to you.If not, I would make the drive over to Michigan and look at a markets like Lansing, Grand Rapids, or Kalamazoo.

Quote from @Joseph M.: I know this is not REI, but this passive oil/gas fund was recommended by a RE syndicator/fundraiser.

I purchased a marina in Michigan in May that has 2 STR apartments and I've been looking into more waterfront resort type properties in northen MI as well.

Have done this in Michigan for a huge discount on the purchase price.Appears you are getting great terms on seller financing, so that may be worth it.It will all come down to your level of confidence in what YOU can do!

Quote from @Ken M.: I saw an interesting post asking new investors what they fear most about buying real estate.

I'm From MI though and spent my thanksgivings growing up in Louisville at my aunts and uncles. love that area. 

Michigan.

Quote from @Mary Jay: Hi guys, in one of my rentals the washer is overflowing.

To tell you my position and situation I'm in right now, I'm a police officer in the city of Marquette MI, I make about 50k a year and my wife is finishing her degree this year.

@Ken M.