Meanwhile, gross rents of $1,800+ for 3-bedroom single-families is an achievable figure, so it’s possible to generate cash flow if you lever modestly.There’s a bunch of other stuff that’s worth highlighting—the economy, demographics, neighborhoods, new construction, and more.

It's not to say I don't get sick and tired of stuff, but if it is worth it, I will continue to bang my head against the wall.

I wouldn't consider it a heavy negative unless the street is super tight and parking is hard to come by or if the street is very steep/busy.The more desirable dense city neighborhoods it's almost kind of expected and off street parking would be considered a luxury rather than a necessity.If you get out into the suburbs I would say it's more of a big deal since more rentals have off street parking or a garage there.

I don’t really understand this formula or any of the stuff yet , but I’m writing down things. 

Waste of time, huge room for error and zero reason for a customer to do this.....any Contractor worth his salt will have better pricing/quality/selection on the big stuff and will have guys on his crew that can do those dreaded 'parts runs' for the little stuff. 

You will find a lot of options inside the loop for multifamily ( I especially like Ryon area) , or you can look at stuff in the west and northwest suburbs like Katy Cypress and Spring.  

Update again: Notice sent and they're packing up their stuff to leave today.

then when they never use the stuff  it get recirculated.. 

Shoot for middle of the road kitchen utensils, blankets etcOtherwise it is pretty easy to have most of your stuff scheduled to arrive at the same time.

There was trash everywhere and the tenant left a ton of stuff that needed to be discarded.