There is no internet access at these places.

Installation and site access for these are another big issue. 

Perhaps a few blocks out of the area.

You are right it is great having 24/7 access to people that have done it successfully but there is so much to learn from this community as well!  

Com company but after people in Illinois area connected to me on linked in they blocked me. 

- Any market can be good for flips if you've got some skills, good subs, a little cash, access to credit, and some knowledge about the market.

The building is concrete block and previous owners built on the side of it another "Wooden frame" store front which is "attached".Each unit is being rented out under market value, and decent condition.The property does not have a CO (calling town this week) but is in working condition and fully rented out. which is strange?

Build a network of wholesellers, RE agents, attorneys, etc. that may have access to deals and would bring them to you 1st based on your relationship and incentive structure.

We have some exposure to the architecture/contractor ecosystem through my wife's work and have a family member who is our MLS access point, but we are hoping to deepen our knowledge and broaden our network.I've found a few Minneapolis related posts so thanks in advance to the folks who started those threads as I've already found them very informative.

Buyers that work with us get priority access to a list of pre-market REO and Short Sales, if this is something you're interested in feel free to reach out.