It involves investing in strong growth markets, diversifying, and buying distressed properties.

Why type of price point are you looking, what anticipated ROI/cash flow, how much time do you want to be involved in, what is your risk threshold, how long do you plan to hold the property, are you looking to invest locally or open to exploring other markets, etc.? 

There is a Fund of Funds involved.  

The borrowers could be paying their mortgage to scottsdale or scottsdale most likely sold the loans - when you invest in a syndication you have rights to manage the specific assets unless he gets a court order which there are also many other investors involved. 

You file for eviction and they employ multiple delay tactics that extend your court case 3-6 months without batting an eye, all while not paying rent.

Just bear in mind that trips to Maui involve 'discretionary' funds...A few more things to think about during your due diligence. 1.

Some of the features I am looking for (most likely there is not 1 single vendor who has all this built-in, but more of a technology stack that integrates nicely)Would something like propstream, carrot, and kixie be powerful enough to get rolling out the gates and still be efficient in your eyes?

Welcome, great community here on BP but also in-person in Central Texas, definitely encourage you to get involved in the lots of groups and events in the region!

Did you ever have to get a lawyer involved or did it not go that far?

I would also encourage you to get involved in networking groups in the Chicagoland area as well as listen to the straight up Chicago investor podcast.