They are currently in the middle of a quarter billion dollar multi use zoning project. 

Investment Info:Small multi-family (2-4 units) buy & hold investment.

I would suggest reaching out to owners of multi family who have no loan on the property.

If they don't pay willingly, what are my options? 

If you are open to value add strategy, small multis have potential for not only traditional forced appreciation but also the ability to see major rent increases.  

There are many options, but I like TransUnion SmartMove the best.

You also have the option to close these DSCR loans in your LLC as opposed to your personal name.Our team finances just shy of 100 DSCR loans on a monthly basis.

He's helping me to narrow down a potential multi-family property that I will be house hacking, (the deadline I have given myself to be in it is May).

@Isaac TerryIn terms of it being worthwhile, just like most other markets out of state if the barrier or entry is too high where you live, the landlord laws are not favorable where you live, and you are looking for positive cashflow then Cleveland can be a good option.

Quote from @Rory Darcy: Hi guys my name is rory, pretty new to this im an out of state investor residing in new york, looking to invest in wisconsin and illinois, currently looking to build my portfolio around multi family duplexes or single family residencies, would be great to connect with like minded investors or agents who can lend a hand.Rookie investors should not invest out of state.