I'd make connections with realtors, join local meet ups and expand your horizon.

Also Cocktails and Real Estate at Patriots place.BP does have a local meetup section which usually has good local options.

THANKS Your local credit union might be your best bet.

I’ve had to widen my search radius to smaller suburbs or target properties needing light cosmetic work to make the numbers work.Value-add opportunities: Adding amenities tenants love, like finished basements or upgraded kitchens, seems to justify rent premiums in this market.Navigating the competition:Be creative with financing: Seller financing or partnering with other investors has been helpful to secure deals when conventional offers didn’t cut it.Work with local agents and wholesalers: They often have their finger on the pulse of off-market opportunities, which is critical in a hot market.For those new to suburban Chicago investing, I’d say the key is finding the “sweet spot” neighborhoods—ones on the rise but not yet maxed out in price.

I feel like I need to stay local (Greater Cincinnati OH)2-4 units.  

With all the negative comments and concerns over the houses not being completed per the contract dates, perhaps all the investors should speak to a local real estate attorney and see if they can get their money back or other concessions. 

Accessibility and local knowledge above everything else. 

Personally have not seen anything I believe is legit (but I only invest locally).

A customer of mine happened to be a local real estate investor and he owned the land next to my business. 

I am happy to hop on a call to share more of my local expertise and if you're still looking for professional property management, I can talk to you more about that.