. - We don't have a "Rep" at MSI Chicago because they are so big and just do everything online - at least from our experience.  

As of now, my general plan is to find a local realtor online who is experienced with real estate investing (and has investment properties of their own) to help me find a good local deal (goal is 20-25% return on ARV), get a hard money loan, aiming to rehab/repair/extend the property with my father (both have construction experience) within 4-5 months, and as for the loan exit strategy either sell or rent (depending on the deal). 

-based, Associate Digital Bookkeeper certified, QuickBooks Online Pro Advisor certified, & Bookkeeping for Real Estate Investors certified.

It takes 30-45 days, can be done online and needs to be renewed annually.

The contract expired which is why they were striking. the storm happened to hit at the same time, no difference than any other union like sports leagues etc., they strike when the contract expires. 

USA vs emerging markets is a real & tangible concern, I mean **** look at it in sports.

Good opportunities, early stage opportunities, may not have the best online presence, but be otherwise legitimate.Also IRR is a vanity metric, it's the wrong measurement.

Invested $40,000 with the online store.   

There are many forms you can get for free (or purchase) online for your specific state. 

I understand Google continues to push into this space and disrupt the online travel agencies, so the landscape might be changing.