I tried to stay out of the way, but I had to stop several things from being done wrong—spaces between kitchen cabinets that were too small by at least an inch for the appliances to fit, a walk-in pantry being built that was too narrow for anyone but a child to get into.

The lifestyle question is one that you must determine, then narrow down what parts of Chicago provide you with that lifestyle, then we can really answer the question- How is the market doing in those specific neighborhoods?

From my experience, here are a few property management companies that my clients have worked with:ERA Solutions: They have a strong presence in C-class neighborhoods.Realize Property Management: Better suited for A and B-class neighborhoods, though they do manage some C-class properties.Ohio Elite Management: Primarily focuses on B and C-class neighborhoods.

.- Stick to B and C+ Areas: These neighborhoods balance affordability and tenant quality, minimizing risk.- Analyze Properties Remotely: Use tools like BiggerPockets calculators to evaluate deals.

More likely is that they have been 'touched' by a many people providing the same service and narrow their selection to the few where they formed an favorable impression.

I have many questions and I've narrowed my desired locations down to Hornell, Corning, Bath, Horseheads, Elmira and or Binghamton.

I would recommend keeping all of the data in one sheet and using filters to narrow down. 

It feels like a 'band aid' to keep their customers from revolting.

If you don’t, narrow down to MFH.  

I can’t say I disagree with the analysis, just think (I’m sure this will sound incredibly stupid in the future) ultimately bonds and mortgages are likely to trade in a very narrow band the next few months, without a really nasty recession I find it hard to see them getting much below the 3.75% they hit Monday, I also think the Fed wants to keep the number below 4.25% because while I don’t think the economy is in a recession or anything it’s clear to me and I think the Fed as well l, that the economy probably can’t handle another year of rates above that, they will lower rates & possibly even taper qt to achieve that outcome.