-Got inspectors who accurately captured the issues with home(s)?

Then there are a few more hurdles (and more time & carrying costs) to overcome to obtain final site plan approval.Having finally made it to final site plan approval, there are still the issues you're already familiar with - e.g. which side of bed did the inspector get up on that morning?

From Pittsburgh to Indianapolis you have some nice beginner markets. 

You inspect, and then you hire a good independent home inspector—NOT someone recommended by the seller, a guru, or an agent.Besides, you might find out that you don’t like being a landlord. 

We manage a handful of MTRs in Indianapolis.

I've also networked with investors, construction management companies where I invest out of state (Indianapolis) via Zoom office hours, directly contacting property management companies. 

Also, you can find out what work needs to be done by hiring a reputable inspector.  

Never buy any property without physically inspecting it and its neighborhood yourself, AND having it thoroughly inspected by a great inspector who YOU select and pay for.

(Gas company, insurance company, building inspector).

If it were me, I would start with an agent and then look for an inspector who might do a "light" inspection for a fee.Matt