I've joined the FB group for the local group but that is a great way to get involved and start getting exposure to the group so I'll ask if I can help with any of the logistics like you mentioned.I have been monitoring on credit karma but did not realize I could set goals on there, that is a great feature!

-My typical ARV is $500-$700k.

@James Jones yeah it is super tough out here because each non owner occupant typically will get 2-3 mailers per property per month. 

- Easements: In my opinion - these are important when you encounter a landlocked property (which isn't necessarily a common thing, but it does come up from time to time) and/or if your intent is to somehow develop or subdivide the property yourself (which isn't something I typically do, and 95% of the land flippers I know don't get into this in a big way).

Typically, the better the Rent/price ratio, the tougher the neighborhood.When I bought my first owner-occupied duplex, we went for a great neighborhood and the other tenant paid roughly 60% PITI.

Typically a deposit of 2K is required to reserve the spot, 2K at groundbreaking, and the loan does not kick in until the property is complete)

Besides doing the typical title search, I suggest completing a back ground search on the company (including the state and local jurisdictions to ensure all licenses, taxes, and fees are up to date.

You typically can get a Property Management Company when you work your way up to about 30 units and can turnover the property to them to take over the daily operations and you get monthly reports that are financial and occupancy involved.The smaller apartment complexes (starting at about 6 units) are often owned by individuals that are willing to give you the financing. 

@Colin Charles Typically $1100 per month for a 3/1 in those zip codes. 

I have made several low offers and its typically a waste of time in our area due to the low inventory and high demand.