Andrew I believe have a local Broker that  may be a good fit for your situation.

I believe this method is good to acquire multiple properties that will be paid down by your tenants.

I believe that it is in the early stages.

Ocean Pointe or something I believe. 

Andrew Jones You paint the entire Midwest with a wide brush, a common mistake I see from investors who refuse to believe there are areas with appreciation and strong economies there.

I don’t believe it was a VA loan but I’ll have to double check. 

I have not had the units rented due to the ongoing renovations but I believe they could rent for around $2100 in total rent from the apartments and the storefront per month.I am interested in selling this property as I don't have the time or the capital right now to finish the renovations.

no i don't have it"... her background check was clean when i took her on.i believe she grabbed it (either by error or on purpose) i know i'm screwed on this one..she is on a short term lease (she's like 4-5 months into a 6 mo) which i will not renew...  

I googled the owner and I believe I've found his LinkedIn but feel like a creep reaching out because CLEARLY I've just done a lot to find him...This is my first time doing this so maybe that is why I'm feeling this way?

Hard to believe that a couple thousand of repairs could double the value, but hey--if so that would indeed be a phenomenal deal.