IF it is an FHA you won't be able to do the repairs yourself, but if the bank you are using is lending for their own portfolio then they MIGHT allow it but that is something you will have to work out with them.If you want a list of FHA inspection standards you can just google it and several sources will come up on the first page. 

You might like this: How to Be a Landlord: Ten Tips for SuccessAlso, if you haven't yet, try to setup some "Keyword Alerts."

I put together a Google doc.  

You'll get a wealth of REI knowledge and learn how to take full advantage of Bigger Pockets (including how to connect with other South Florida investors).Listen to the podcasts , get active on the forums & set up key word alerts to be notified when people are discussing topics you're interested in. 

Don't forget to set up pertinent keyword alerts for you to get notified whenever somebody mentions it.

Find them through Google and meetup.comYou might consider Niche or Specialized Housing like student housing.

@Mark Cruse Didn't think of this earllier,mbut for temporary help......Google up "hardest hit funds" for your state.  

Find them through Google and meetup.comTwo Great reads, I bought both J.

Find them through Google and meetup.comTwo Great reads, I bought both J.

I thought this was a forum where someone could ask a question and get an informed answer...and not be tersely told to Google it...and I say that patiently...