So far I've been limiting myself to the MLS because I'm just casually browsing right now (I'm having to build infrastructure at this point, building lender relationships, getting pre-qualified, acquiring cash for a down payment), so I'm about two months out before I can put an offer on anything yet.

Follow up due to non payment by the tenant, proper maintenance, key monitoring (I hate keys!

Water can be a property killer if not monitored.

By utilizing this robust system, landlords can easily submit maintenance requests, monitor the progress of repairs, and stay updated in real-time.

The MIBOR form is copyrighted and strictly monitored for those who are not authorized and granted permission to use.

Monitoring as well.

Ideally, I'd like to start off with purchasing a light fixer so that I can force a bit of equity but am also a bit hesitant on this strategy given that I won't be able to 'closely' monitor any rehab work being done to the property.   

Also parks and recreation infrastructure i.e on the West Side you can find better value and by Lincoln Park you can't go wrong.

Temporary Income Tax Reg defines investor activities as follows:For purposes of this paragraph (f)(2)(ii), work done by an individual in the individual's capacity as an investor in an activity includes—(1) Studying and reviewing financial statements or reports on operations of the activity;(2) Preparing or compiling summaries or analyses of the finances or operations of the activity for the individual's own use; and(3) Monitoring the finances or operations of the activity in a non-managerial capacity.

There are still deals like this to be found in the D - if you live IN or CLOSE to the property to monitor the tenants and thieves during rehab you're good.