Here are a few suggestions on how you can maximize the wealth of information available: Check out the blogs and podcasts, or take advantage of the search feature (magnifying glass).

The search button is also helpful for finding local investors, other RE professionals, and past discussions.All the best!

Sure there were communication challenges and that’s where I stated they and their affiliates can improve on.

If you're expanding your search beyond Cleveland, you may want to check the Columbus market.

They can take time with their search and be more selective about a property’s location and condition.

Also, maybe look into local community groups on Facebook or Section 8 housing boards—they might have tenants actively searching. 

Searching for the medallions, or will get custom made down there. 

Improve the grade if water flows toward or pools near the house.

For an unrenovated 1+Den/1BA LTR in our section of Northeast though, $1,300-1,400/month is certainly in the ballpark of what I could comfortably get with some very minor improvements to the space between tenants.So all that being said, I think your target of $1,500-1,600/month for your 2BR units would be more than doable. 

Good luck on your search!