I'll re-read it to get a "visual" of what your system looks like.

I you did get all of the data you want put together and can find someone who is a Visual Basic wiz they could take the database and pipe it out to a gui program quite easily.

If you have an accessible attic, inspect the plywood underneath to see if there are any visual current water damage from the underlayment possibly leaking.

I would like to have cameras that can visualize the parking lot, and the entrances to the units, just in case there are any attempted break-ins, etc.

I really would like to start a blog discussing my journey to FI as a way to visually see my growth and help keep me on the right track.

Yes, there are certain steps that can be taken to help mitigate these risks; visual inspection of the properties by investors before purchasing being one of them.

I am very new, yet I am one that comprehend information step by step as visualizing a checklist of what to do next.

You can get the list including visual map at County Tax Sale App (just google it)

My real estate background consists of visually building and designing my own homes just for fun...just kidding.

I feel the structure was horrible for the following reasons: all classes were recorded live and constantly had technical difficulties (lots of empty audio or visual), the classes were on eastern time which was 8-11 PM my time (which was hard to stay awake when you've been up since 5 AM for your day job), if you have a question you have to contact a third party who then transfers your inquiry (2-3 days wait was average to get a question answered), your only face-to-face contact was at the annual symposium.