We don't allow any "deal-making" in the forums, which includes advertising your services or properties, looking for partners, etc.

If it's way out of whack with the market average, dig deeper.Debt Service Coverage Ratio: Key for nderstanding if the property's cash flow will cover financing comfortably.Historical Vacancy Trends: Especially in areas like Chicago, where local job markets fluctuate, knowing vacancy trends can help you anticipate rough patches.Rent Growth vs.

Otherwise, you won't have the extra funds necessary to cover the rising costs of goods and services in the future.What causes rents (and prices) to increase?

Plus a “Service” oriented community which is very different from other countries.  

It sounds like the issue is with the Debt Service Coverage Ratio (DSCR), which lenders often use to determine how much they’re willing to loan.

Getting the wrong tenant in your property can be a nightmare and cost you thousands.I suggest using a service like Mayistay.

It depends a lot on your risk profile and regular income.

I added a "cowboy pool" to one property...now I've got a pool that needs cleaning and most pool companies don't service above ground pools, go figure. 

Regularly communicate with them to stay updated on progress and address any issues promptly.

That strategy is not going to work at all. 99 percent of agents don't even know or understand seller financing and will just think it's a scam (which it is most times these calls come in since the caller has no money and therefore is irrelevant to a regular homeowner).