The would be the easiest and straight forward solution.

The forums are a great place to read about whats going on in your local market as well as read up on topics of interest.I'd recommend setting up keyword alerts to receive notifications anytime a topic/area of interest in mentioned.I would also take some time to complete your BP profile.

So I'm focusing on keywords like how much I put down for down-payment.

Thanks for your straight forward answer, @Bryant Brislin, much appreciated.

It's great to have you here.Here are some recommendations for you:Find and connect with other BP members that are in your area: http://www.biggerpockets.com/m...Set up keyword alerts to be notified of the topics that interest you: http://www.biggerpockets.com/a...Read Beginner’s Guide: http://www.biggerpockets.com/r...Check out BP Money Podcast: https://www.biggerpockets.com/..Wishing you the best!

I signed a petition to get on the Nov. 2024 ballot to repeal that part so children can inherit property at the parent's low property tax basis and be able to rent the property out (and not have to live in  the property).I also have SFHs in Indiana and my leases there are much more straightforward, so far great tenants but my property taxes go up with no limit.

It's pretty straight forward to analyze the potential if other STRs are nearby.Did into your Airdna.co data and see how the best performers are doing.Let me know if you need help.Best to you

I found this thread due to Georgia being one of my keywords and have been reading through it for the last couple of days as time allowed.

His videos are generally very helpful and straightforward.

If you don't have keywords setup already consider doing that under the bell on the upper right corner of the task bar.Chicago is massive and like most metropolitan areas it has BOTH appreciation and cash flow.