Lower fees per transaction than Champions yet I feel as agents we are getting more from our Broker than the competition.   

That is where I would look for multi-families for sale.If you were looking for single family, you could place bandit "we buy homes" signs and your phone should ring.

When I first started, I created a 3 ring binder that included these things plus all the leases on my rentals and whatever else I thought they would need.  

Some of the questions you ask on the form are not relevant to me. with no alternative option to answer.so, instead of providing you wrong answer I will try to ring you tomorrow to discuss.

Once the phone rings you'll be able to craft a tailored approach from there.

I'd steer clear of this type of area until you're more experienced unless you have some other particular advantage that would help you overcome the additional risk.Some of the inner ring suburbs (including Lakewood) are popular on both the east and west side areas, though you'll have increased regulation from the suburban municipality government and increased property tax burdens to deal with.Since you're local, I'd deploy capital in an area you are (or get to be) familiar with first hand, and use that list I provided as a starting point for areas to familiarize yourself with.

Easy to get your phone ringing with motivated sellers once you learn how to reach them! 

The Champions School of Real Estate is pretty good.  

@Joe Villeneuve - right, the first deal is always the hardest has been a common saying that I've heard and it's ringing true with me.

There's a great REIA here that meets once a month called the RING (Real estate Investors Networking Group): https://www.meetup.com/the-ring/  I'm still relatively new to investing with only 4 doors, but I've learned a ton from this group and have made some great friends and contacts.