In my county, you can get a consult with a private attorney for $30 if you go through the courthouse.

Hard money lenders, or private lenders (they are pretty much the same thing) are one avenue.

Are there any judgment enforcers/private investigators in MA that you guys tried working with?  

Also how do I private message people?

The landlord is asking for $2,800 as a security deposit.  

Of course you can do that secured or unsecured. 

You may want to consider buying Non performing notes secured by multifamily, but I'd plan a heavy capex program to stabilize and be prepared to dispel any negative press as negative past tenant reviews can be detrimental to stabilization. $10k-$25k per unit is more conducive with mobile home parks, which may be something to consider also.

I would just as soon put it in the stock market or some other private business rather than investing for the rise in property value.

Today we decided the best thing for my son would be private schooling.

I'm hoping to secure my first property by the end of the year.