I love how practical and concrete this book is about evaluating options and making a decision.

Pretty standard and we've definitely done it in the past with a lot of real estate agents we work with that invest. 

I read Brian’s book and still learned more than a few things.  

., the 2006 or 2009 IECC — International Energy Conservation Code).Cost Considerations for a 90-unit or 112-unit Project:The actual cost of qualifying for the 45L tax credit depends on various factors, including:Energy Efficiency Compliance: The primary cost will come from ensuring that each unit meets the required energy efficiency standards, which typically involve energy modeling, certification from third-party energy raters, and potentially upgrading insulation, HVAC systems, windows, and other components of the building to meet the necessary performance levels.Energy Modeling: Typically, you'll need to pay for an energy consultant or engineer to model the building's energy performance and ensure it qualifies for the credit.

I am new to real estate investing and got into it because of the book The House Hacking Strategy.I live in San Diego; the rent is just crazy.

To maintain your standard of living, your rental income must increase faster than inflation.

Property management is "a", as in singular, fee for all standard property management. 

Here is the key: Don't pay for anything until it's done to your standard.

is it as bad as we hear it is.The property is located around Greater Grand Crossing Close to E 71st street and the 94 highway.Greater Grand Crossing is violent, even by Chicago standards.

@Rosette PooleRecommend you first figure out the property Class you want to invest in, THEN figure out the corresponding location to invest in.Property Class will typically dictate the Class of tenant you get, which greatly IMPACTS rental income stability and property maintenance/damage by tenants.If you apply Class A assumptions to a Class B or C purchase, your expectations won’t be met and it may be a financial disaster.If you buy/renovate a property in Class D area to Class A standards, what quality of tenant will you get?