There's numerous ways to find deals that you can research here on BP.I would network with some agents to get access to MLS properties that fit your criteria.  

I know my husband would like to join you guys so keep us in the loop as we have done numerous flips in Illinois and Indiana also but we always love to network and share our learnings. 

The building has 4 students in each unit, 2 per room.I've seen numerous times on this site that many investors want to see $100 per unit per month for their investments.

Even for the most basic of zoning, T3/single family, the lot size minimum always says 5000 sq ft.I've tried emailing and calling the zoning department numerous times and they have never gotten back to me.

I'm sure there are numerous areas that are ripe with opportunities.

You will need an IRA LLC Facilitator, it may be an attorney or a company specializing in setting up such structures.

I did contact numerous companies today and some that offer backup does not offer other features with the policy or reduced coverage.

My wife and I are getting into REI (she already has a property management company/license) so I am getting my license to primarily facilitate our own deals and work from home.

Haven't had to use a HML yet but I plan to build it into our business model soon to get properties completed quicker and to facilitate more acquisitions.One important thing is to get your budget right. 

I have seen from numerous transactions we have done in the past, that some management companies will stick it to California and New York investors with their rates by charging "California" type prices whereas a Midwest investor will be paying a lot lower.