Usually if its abandoned it stays that way sadly because no one in these neighborhoods have the motivation to want to see a new home built, the city doesnt fix up the houses often unless they are building more projects.

We are about a quarter of the way through, so I'll keep you updated.

Everyone wants good schools so hopefully the current tenants stay tenants or they are easily replaced even in hard times.  

@Willie Webb @Troy Norwood Any updates on the new construction projects?

I personally would stay away from mobile homes.

Also - " Smile , Keep Eye Contact, (no sun glasses), keep your hands and arms open, turn a quarter or half turn so your back is to the front door as it opens, (Smile and stretch your arms out open in your car just before you knock), stay positive, always be closing for appointment, set appointment for future date, get phone # and cell #, bring paperwork to appointment, ask questions as to what is the most important issue with selling this home, craft your pitch around this answer, close deal, repeat process for next deal "Door Knocking in a nut shell ...You will strike out say 9 out 10 times, so what?! 

Stay Tuned...

He sent me a pro forma for an already sold duplex: 820 N Oakland AveIndianapolis, INPrice: 60,000Rent: 1,200/mo (600 from each side)Seems like a pretty great return even factoring in the potential for high maintenance and vacancies.I'm actually in Indy right now and staying not too far away (for meetings with other turnkey providers).

However, the main reason I am getting my license is for my own deals - staying legal, access to the MLS, etc.

Keep us updated and good luck!