I've been emailing mine consistently month after month, and they don't have anything logged since LAST YEAR! 

The reason landlords, especially large multi family owners have stated , objective criteria is so if they get sued for discrimination against a protected class, they have a solid defense to tell a judge with their consistent, objective criteria. 

If you consistently analyze properties, it will be much easier to recognize a good deal when it shows up.

I also think everything posted on BP is moot since it all consists of people's thoughts and opinions and has no real effect on the underlying matter. 

My offer required that it be delivered vacant since the current owner is in the process of evicting a squatter.

Have a small plaza that consists of mainly mom and pop style stores/ tenants.

If you are consistent with learning real estate over the next 4-6 months, you’ll be ready to purchase your first (or next) property in NO TIME!

Avoid anyone that doesn't get you a bid when they say they will or submits a bid that consists of a few sentences on a Word doc.

Further, the Fannie definition of a 2-4 unit property is "A property that consists of a structure that provides living space (dwelling units) for two to four families."

A 3/2 in the area you mention should rent in the $900-$950 range.The turnkey provider should deliver to you a full renovated maintenance free property cash flowing from day one under property management.