.)- Crime stats... if you know specific zip codes/submarkets that you'd like to target, the best data will come from local precincts. - and more..I'd recommend remaining active not only here on BiggerPockets, but in other valuable RE investment networks that you can find - i.e. local meetups (meetup.com, eventbrite, BP local events). 

You can find something in Durham and parts of Raleigh, specifically zips 27610, 27603, and parts of 27604 that would meet your criteria, however generally speaking most of the inventory that would fit what you are looking for in Raleigh or Durham would likely be in neighborhoods that I personally wouldn't want to invest in, C- to D type neighborhoods.

I'd talk to brokers in your specific asset class and market.Do you already own similar assets?

Focus on tenant screening, building a local team, and learning as much as you can, starting early sets you up for long-term success!

Can't tell the number of computer system installs, Startups, bankruptcy workouts, Team development, Brokers/consortiums, finance packages, etc that I did working many hours a week. 

Have proof on hand (easy enough to find) online of the missed tax payments and any documentation that supports that he specifically didn't pay his taxes.Probably a simply mistake on his part, but now if he wants to develop on it, he either has to land lease it from you or buy it back.I'm not sure how the whole tax deed thing works, so that would be something you have to figure out between the two of you.

I've specifically learned a lot from Dave and Henry on their podcast, but also appreciate Jesse Vasquez' approach with her mid-term rental investments.

Income will depend on your plan for the specific asset. # of units doesn't necessarily equate to how much income you could make.

If you are looking to build connections specifically in the DFW metroplex I have been hosting a monthly meetup for the past 3 or so years, id love to connect and get you some more info! 

Rent control laws are market specific.