Most of the aspects considered when analyzing areas to buy rental properties in are qualitative which I understand but I am trying to look into some numeric info that can also provide me with direction.Thanks! 

Numerous cracks can be seen on corner, ceilings, drywall, and door frames.

There might be the ability to use RUBS to split those costs out, but I haven't seen the mechanicals on the properties yet.I have a great relationship with a Banker here in St Louis, so I figure the loan probably won't be a problem although I'm not sure whether they will want a sponsor for something the size of these complexes or not.My partner has friends that he thinks will want to invest, and I have access to other investors through numerous REIA's and other networking contacts I have made over the last couple of years so I feel like getting the downpayment will be fairly straightforward.My question for this forum is this:I feel very confident evaluating duplexes/4 plexes.

I have been reading books about real estate since high school and took numerous real estate classes in college.

Tech bubble 2.0 all over again right now, and that bubble is bursting right now.I haven't seen any one on BP talking about the numerous deals they're coming across.

I think we spoke about this at the last meetup, but that $800k price point just has a limited buyer pool in this area.It may be worthwhile to talk to your listing agent about marketing the place in some unconventional ways, and also market it in areas outside of the Triangle such as Boston, San Fran, etc.

Michael,There are numerous options available, depending on the property (cash flow, rental history, loan amount, location, etc).

As the project manager and investor, I'd mentioned numerous times that the agent could do better with the pictures, to what my colleague responds with "the houses are showing...".

I've been talking to numerous lenders and they all say different rates.

I have an advantage as I still work as a nurse and have numerous contacts within the travel nurse company’s I have acquired over the years.