We host an investor meet up monthly in Alexandria, could be a good place to start.

As far as SingleKey actually paying out on claims for tenant non-payment up to 12 months, property damages up to $10k reimbursed, covering 30 days of vacant property losses and helping out with tenant evictions up to $2k (as advertised), curious if anyone on here can attest to SingleKey actually paying out on these claims successfully.

Transparency, daily & weekly updates and follow-up with all concerned parties.

I've seen this vary around town between $25 up to $100k depending on the size of the unit. 

Inheriting it is the best option tax wise- because it gives you a step up in basis to the property's value on that date. 

Put a sign up in the corner store.And I would rethink your concern about 'rough areas'...

You might also explore a Wrap-Up Insurance policy that covers all parties involved in the project.

Why give up a couple percent?

I ended up attending one of those weekend seminars for a few hundred bucks that tries to sell you on a 30k coaching program.

Even in up and coming neighborhoods, you can find vacant run down houses and turn a "quick" 20-50% return.