@Matthew Hipp, Funny, i just listened to it and that's what caused the light bulb to light up haha.Thanks!

I understand that it's also possible to sell directly to a buyer who doesn't mind that the property might have unclear title; you just have to disclose all.Please keep us informed about how it goes for you!

Gino literally wrote the book on mom and pop apartments....Wheelbarrow Profits.Look for...Below market rentsOvergrown or not maintained landscapingDeferred maintenance on the exterior facadeNo online presence or marketing (word of mouth or signage only)All white interior paint schemesDated lighting and plumbing fixtures100% occupancy (can suggest below market rents)All rents in increments of $25 (a lot of money to be made in smaller increments)2 - 10 year residents at rent rates below new tenantsNo late fees in the P&LSelf-managing (tiring)Self-maintenance (a lot of work)

I really need help here; I would like to paint everything, replace most of flooring (not the hardwood upstairs) to fake wood, and tidy up some of the ugly light fittings/fans.

Direct mail to absentee owners may be a great idea, you just need to understand it is not magic, and will take a min of 6 touches to your list to possibly close a deal.

I plan on continuing my research to make sure I have a solid understanding of the direction I plan to take next. 

Speak to a real estate attorney and a syndication attorney for your ideas and he should point you in the right direction and maybe even invest in you!

Let finding a good PM being the leading direction to your decision.  

Check the condition of the roof, siding, windows, pavement, lawn, deck, porch, driveway, garage door.....walls, floors, light fixtures, switches, outlets, furnace, AC, pipes, stairs...

Why would anyone pay 20% of a deals value just to get the green light for a project?