I have a year to continue to try contacting the owner for a purchase -- I could even get myself to Ohio and knock on their door and force the issue! 

So you are already in it $20-$40k which makes it less profitable already - It can be done, but its a lot of work.You may be better off getting a private lender to fund the deal where you give them the majority of upside (80%+) - especially if you have no money in the deal. 

Maintenance issue/slow leak?  

Currently a structural engineer so that definitely helps with some of the real estate issues!

This expansion is being driven by the growing need for senior housing in the state, particularly to accommodate the Baby Boomer generation. Duncaster is confident that this expansion will allow them to better serve th...

Look at secondary markets in the path of progress from major metro areas.  

Anything built before the 70s will most likely have issues with plumbing or electrical, and roofs last about 20 years, and should be permitted most the time on county websites. 

Box; rent can only be paid by bank deposit.For your convenience, the nearest location to your home is 123 Main Street, (City), or you can execute a bank-to-bank transfer using the routing number provided.If you have any questions, concerns or maintenance issues, you may call or text my cell phone at (your business number), or you may email me at the address listed at the top of this notice.Please don’t hesitate to contact me with any questions about this transition or any other pertinent issue.Sincerely,(you)

From what we have seen the majority of buyers have zero money and are hoping for 100% financing.

The issue is finding a buyer for this portfolio.