I was studying Chicago area, but still did not decide what is the best for me.

I'v been at this for nearly half a year now, studying/reading and saving, so I am nearly ready to pull the trigger on my first multi family.

I tried to call back to get a little more information to run a better assessment but the only thing I got is that all the units are 2BR/2BA with a "den or study" that the tenant(s) could use as they see fit, and if there was an additional person, there was an additional charge. 

You could actually do your investment education while you're studying for your licensing exams.David J Dachtera"Success is not a destination.

Check out this study if you have time although I'm sure a Birmingham native has just as much insight as this study. 

For the state section not so much, I'd study the state stuff thoroughly from the book.

Im new to real estate investing but I have been studying it for a little over two years now.

I have been doing some studying and research so I can make minimal mistakes but now I believe the time is now.

I have been studying the Chicago area for 4 months now. 

If you study finance, you will see you can substantially boost your turns by borrowing at a cheaper WACC (weighted cost of capital).