Duplexes were never a popular building style here, so there aren't that many to choose from, although there are some.  

You're not stuck to one area, and it can lead you to a more passive style of investing.

Well, a foreclosed property is typically sold auction style - usually on the courthouse steps of whatever county the house is in. 

First, buy up a block of rowhouses or a multi unit just outside the ghetto making sure it has good public transportation.Do a quick rehab.Advertise for rent in the PGN.

Depends on whether you are a big picture guy, or a small detail oriented guy. 

By reading reviews, I feel Quickbooks is too accounting oriented and not enough of the management side of things.  

It is a colonial style home built in 1850 with 3 beds and 2 baths.

I use a key board on my iPad which orients my screen horizontal.

This is not an endorsement as I haven't used this personally, but I've heard good things from those who used Upwork and hired VAs from the Philippines, as you can find those who speak perfect english.The tips I was given was to really screen out those who are detail-oriented and can follow a script really well.

Apparently someone put a propane style WH in before.