This will help me determine whether or not the difficulty I am having is related to my numbers/percentages, or if there is another reason that explains the trouble I'm having in finding a deal that works.

I guess what I'm getting at is that I DON'T want to be the smartest man in the room, yet I'm having trouble seeing the difficulties in purchasing multi family units. 

So far I am having difficulties locating someone who is willing to work South and West and who has good knowledge of mentioned areas and I'm hoping to get referral here.  

In the Results link click on your address where there are various tabs and click on Neighborhood Sales.If you have a hard time with technology, you can always ask friends or family members to help you navigate the web to do some research about property values in your area.If you do find yourself entertaining an offer from an unsolicited investor:Ask to obtain, and keep, a list of the comparable property sales in your neighborhood the investor used to come up with their purchase price offer.Always keep someone else in the loop – your children, good friends, or someone you trust.Always know that you can seek legal advice – in the end, it might be worth the money you spend on a consultation with an attorney.Review the contract closely to see if it is assignable.

I know this is offline a little, but curious @Rebecca Knox what about the Habitat areas are difficult? Is

It is also not specific as to exactly what the permits were pulled for so it is difficult.  I

You cannot stop progress or advancements in technology, even if you keep wages low.

I have heard STR owners both sing its praises but also complain about crime, difficulty finding any sort of quality vendor (cleaning, snow removal, etc) or contractor, and the risk associated with leisure properties during a market correction. 

The best realtors have aligned goals, if the realtor is just looking to make an easy commission (which is most), then their value diminishes every day that house buying technology increases. sorry for the rant LOL 

They can use trenchless technology now.