You could potentially negotiate this by structuring it in a way that aligns with the seller's need for a quick settlement, without lowering the cash they’d receive.

In his words, this is away around the due on sale clause that you can run into in a sub - to transaction.My question - if the seller puts the property in a trust, will this avoid the potential of a due on sale clause?

If all three units are on long-term leases that don't expire soon, you'll likely exclude many potential buyers. 

After reading about the ongoing litigation against Versity/Crew, I have suspicions of potential fraud.

Flipping, renting, or sitting tight for long-term appreciation-there is potential for anyone willing to do the work.

Even the best property management companies (PMC) struggle with:- Finding reliable handyman and contractors (ServiceTechs)- Same with affordable ones- Tracking preventive maintenance- Tracking previous work for potential reoccurrence warranty coverage- Understanding tenant reported problems, so the correct ServiceTech can be dispatched- Determining if tenant is at fault for an issue & should be charged - and will proof stand up in court?

If you ever want to get into a tenant nightmare of costly potential litigation become a landlord, have the ac go out in Phoenix in July, and inform the tenant that you just don’t have the funds to replace it!.    

Look into Illinois first-time buyer programs for potential grants, and think about leveraging business credit once you’re established.Good luck!

When scouting for properties, explore areas on the west side as well as some parts of the east for potential opportunities.

I know pools are a must have amenity to compete in many markets and I have to admit that I'm a bit hesitant to enter those markets due to the potential liability risk.