Getting answers to those questions will determine the amount of capital reserves you'll need to bring in addition to the down payment, but I'd guess at a minimum you'll need $15k, which drop your returns to the single digits until you can increase rents.I'm not 100% sure of the legality of the county's laws regarding sun setting lots, but you could reach out to the state's manufactured housing association and potentially get the two lots back if you agree to infill them with new units. 

Don't know if your state uses lawyers or escrows, but find a reputable person that can and will guide you through the deal. 

Otherwise these 2 stores locally have everything else that is a 2nd or overstock for a manufacturer.

HUD requires that I fix a few things, so i have a general contractor that I found through a reputable friend.

Ideally, I would like to find a realtor that understands the market and neighborhoods I am interested in, works full time as a realtor, has a minimum of 8 years experience, specializes in working with investors, has a great reputation, and is personally invested in the same markets.

I am currently self managing my properties, but as I scale, I know that won't be a possibility at some point.  Does anyone have any recommendations on property management companies in the Northern Suburbs of Illinois ...

That way he knows you're calling his bluff but giving him one chance to move out, get some guaranteed money, and protect his reputation. 

Looking for some recommendations for my recently purchased Duplex near the Twin Cities area!

If anyone in the Milwaukee area is looking for a 5 year experienced project manager (in manufacturing) who is eager to learn and will not let you down, please let me know.

Ask around your local investor meetings for names of reputable lenders, you will often find the same names mentioned, and if someone asks you for up front fees then run in the other direction.