Join local real estate groups, attend seminars, and participate in online forums like BiggerPockets to connect with other investors, lenders, and professionals in the field.## Additional Resources- Check out the BiggerPockets podcasts and webinars for more insights on these strategies.- Read books like "What Every Real Estate Investor Needs to Know About Cash Flow" by Frank Gallinelli to deepen your understanding of real estate investing.- Use local real estate agents who are familiar with investment properties to help you find the right deals.You're taking the right steps by seeking knowledge and networking.

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I was imagining responsible car-free tenants, as I was one myself for a long time. 

With the equity you’d free up, paying off $50k in personal debt and boosting your credit score while freeing up $3k/month sounds like it could significantly lower your stress and open doors for future projects.That said, selling means you’d lose a cash-flowing asset, even if it’s not huge.

House hacking in Chicago can be a game-changer—letting you live for free (or close to it) while building wealth through real estate.

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And best part, that's tax-free $, because it's not income, it's a loan.

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Good luck with your investing and feel free to reach out if you have any questions or if you need any help underwriting a certain deal.  

I'm looking to do a cash out refi on a duplex I have, but I cannot find any reviews online or much of an online presence for them.