Getting that first property - Chicago

[Kevin K.]

Hey forum,

I've got a question for Chicago area investors. I'm looking to get into my first investment, but have bounced around ideas from SFR to multi-family to lastly looking into flipping condos if possible because there's little capital to start with.

20k doesn't go as far in the area as is does in other more rural places, but for those of you that plan to invest here or have had success, what might be some of your suggestions for 20k? Or is this still a pipe dream at this point? I no longer want to pay rent.  I need my money to make money. Any thoughts are greatly appreciated.