Can you talk about the NOI?

Talk to a CPA to see how it fits your plan. 

We have already talked about JVing. 

Whenever I hear anyone talk about managing occupancy, there is always a heavy focus on leasing.

I heard Brandon talking about how he uses private money, rehabs, refinances, and then transfers the title to his LLC.

Chicago has plenty of opportunities for value-add projects, and I'd be happy to share some insights or introduce you to a few local investors I've worked with.Feel free to reach out if you want to talk strategy or specific neighborhoods!

I talked to my lender contact and, as Kerry mentioned above, it's pretty uncommon that a traditional lender would offer a HELOC product on an investment property (non-primary home). 

But 1) you're likely grandfathered in if they ever do, and 2) there are no talks or indications of changing directions on their stance. 3) long term rentals don't cashflow here, but our appreciation is super high.

Independent investor but willing to talk incentive for referral if deal is good.

First house in 2021 - no internet to search at that time, remember going to realtor offices and seeing magazines and talking on phone with them about properties available and driving by them as there was no google street view.