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Hey @Matthew Giblin - I'd have to echo @Shamar Gregg, Chicago offers a great section 8 program through the Chicago Housing Authority (CHA). 

Investors should reach out to multiple brokers to find the one that best fits their needs.

This market is not always available in the MLS, so making it more difficult.A commercial lending is possible even with SFH, that will depend on your lender and the access to commercial programs, it will all depend on the situation.  

The screening process is crucial because tenant quality can vary widely, even under the Section 8 program.

One thing I'd comment on about the DOGE cuts, there's a big difference in making cuts to the "management" of the program versus the actual subsidies received by the tenants.

If you do not own a home yet and you do not have a ton of cash you can always use a DPA - Down Payment Program.

For QuickBooks, I needed the more expensive program to do what I needed it to do, which wasn't worth the price tag.I started using Baselane semi-recently and have been so impressed by the accounting integration.

We require all inside animals (cats & dogs) be on a flea & tick preventative program.

About time! This will create some more movement, has been holding up quite a bit of growth. Good to see the city make some practical decisions.