That can be a real problem. any idea someone can work around that or it is best to walk away from the deals if the owner doesn't want to take on this battle?

This way you get the population density that comes with the Chicago area but you don't have to deal with the taxes or the IL eviction laws.

Start with the bank you normally deal with. 

I am looking to work with a title company and escrow officer for my next couple of deals. 

There are numerous studies that support that graveyards/cemeteries affect a home's resale value/desirability.So, how can I say in one sentence that it could be a good deal and in the next sentence state that the location will affect the value? 

In other words, the right mortgage products, lender or program helps to make deals work.

Buying your first investment property is a huge deal and is no easy task.

I read an interesting paper the other day, dealing with the question if we could re-launch modern society, if we had to start over from a pre-industrial stage for example after a nuclear exchange.

Quote from @Madhul Shah: I live in New York and I'm 22 years old.I'm interested in starting to invest in real estate and am still new to the process.I have been exploring STR deals around the country.However, my question is if someone has access to a substantial amount of capital, would it make sense to invest in LTR's?

I think that means you are opposed to taking on debt for your first deal.