Do you have any suggestions on how to go about this?

It's still a good market for long term rentals but the returns are not what they were 10 years ago - but if you can get past overly optimistic suggested ROI, it's a really solid market.

Seeing out there if anyone has any reading lists or content suggestions for sales or negotiation in Real Estate.

This influx of workers will naturally drive demand for housing, retail, and other services in the surrounding areas, especially in smaller towns and cities that haven't seen major growth in decades.

Any pros/cons on either or any other operator suggestions would be greatly appreciated. 

Doesn't that indicate a pretty healthy retail market?

It suggests that you should aim to pay no more than 70% of the ARV (after-repair value), minus repair costs.Example: If the ARV is $300,000 and repairs cost $50,000, you should pay no more than $160,000 for the property. ($300,000 * 0.70 = $210,000 – $50,000 = $160,000).Walk the Property: Check for structural issues, roof condition, foundation, HVAC, and plumbing.

If you're targeting Section 8 tenants in Chicago, I'd suggest listing at the fair market rent of $2000.

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In addition lower rents will decrease the value of a property, not necessarily its appraised value, because no buyer will desire to pay retail for properties with reduced cash flow.