These start failing after 50+ years, causing lots of backups and problems.

I've seen plumbers and builders stop hiring because all the "young" people start the job and then don't put in any effort or stop showing up.Figure out what you want to make hourly, then start telling everyone and their brother that you need work, how many hours you are available, etc. 

House hacking is a fantastic way to start, but preparation is key.

@Chloe Salcedoi'd start with a house hack.

Will start to investigate those areas more I’m also interested in looking into areas like Sharjah and Ajman.

If you are just getting started here in Chicago, house hacking is the ideal situation.

I started by patching about a dozen (not small) holes in the wall, re-doing all the drywall in the bathroom, installing new shower plumbing, putting in recessed lighting, installing seamless LVP throughout, texturing/priming/painting all walls, installing new 5 inch pine baseboard all around, and installing custom bathroom vanity/pantry cabinets, and hanging new custom shaker doors in the kitchen.

I would look at multifamily meet ups in the area to start.

My brother and I have decided to join this community in hopes of getting a good start in the world of Flipping. 

And if you're not already using the same paint color on all properties, you should start and you can thank me for this tip later.