Its about a block off of Jackson Park where the obama Library is going to be built.  

The vast majority of Landlords do not pay taxes, they don't meet basic safety requirements, they don't register with the city to ensure compliance, etc. 

The vast majority of estates are not motivated sellers and have no distress.

Corridor, with a new library and hospital close by.

I have vast knowledge in tax liens from a foreclosure perspective, and would like to look into purchasing properties which have gone through the tax lien foreclosure process, and have been recently sold.  

I'm just beginning to dive into the vast world of real estate investing, and I'm extremely eager to work my first deal (mainly interested in wholesaling, since it seems like a natural entry point). 

It sounds as though you may want to visit the local library and edumacate yourself on the process. 

Also, I'll see if his book is at my library.

On a risk-adjusted basis, the IUL returns are vastly superior.

Well, the vast majority of sellers and seller agents will also require a POF or a legit loan approval in order to consider your offer so just having an EM deposit won't get you far.