Of course, you are building a team of people to lean on, and you are perfectly willing to compensate them for their work.But some of the problems with managing properties way down in C and D is that the property manager simply doesn't get paid enough according to the kinds of fee structures and arrangements that are most common in their business, doesn't have the resources to do a good job (namely, the time), and frequently doesn't really know enough, to do the kind of job these properties (and these tenants) need.

I haven't done long distance investing yet, but am looking into markets where I go frequently (to visit family or travel) for when I do begin.

I think I may start to loose friends if I continue to try and talk to them about real estate as frequently as I would like!  

The cashflow will therefore be more steady, less headaches, vacancies less frequent, and they will generally be kinder on the units and take more pride in where they live even as a rental.

I frequently see buyers place less emphasis on diligence when they are purchasing new construction.  

Regular meetings, workshops, and events are frequently held by these associations, providing an opportunity to network with seasoned investors.Real Estate Conferences: Participate in Chicago's real estate seminars or conferences.

It's a straightforward yet frequently disregarded approach that can bring about significant opportunities.

Overall, the insurance carriers need to make sure they are still bringing in enough money to be able to pay for these huge catastrophic claims that are happening more and more frequently.”

I'm a big fan of splitting the difference and frequently have leases starting on the 15th so they have a couple weeks to move and clean. 

Unlike the others in this thread, I find myself traveling to Detroit much more frequently (5 to 6 times a year).