This can help you find deals that aren’t listed publicly.Work with Real Estate Agents: Find agents who specialize in investment properties.

Real estate has the 1031 exchange gift and the many write offs that makes it preferable for many people.

I converted a few apartments to that purpose, and listed them with a company specializing in that field, however they have not found a tenant yet, and I've listed with them for 2+ months.Would you be able to share which company you are using?

Then possibly get hit with a $100k special assessment while you have it?

Good morning,Can anyone recommend a reputable general contractor who can specialize in rehabbing a multi family in the chicago land area.

If you go into multiple units eventually it may be the easy button to do that.We use Bizcor which specializes in STR sites, but it may be overkill again as I think they cater to PM's.

Specializing in how to use your investment accounts to invest.

I would try to find a great agent first that specializes with investors 

Instead of taking bits and pieces of everyone's information which will vary greatly by municipality, consult with a local contractor who specializes in basement conversions.

A new loan officer or one not familiar with DSCR might offer you the best interest rate and fees on a DSCR loan because their pricing engine told them, but your specific scenario may not fit. for example, a deal I am currently working, First time investor, First time home buyer, living rent free, seeking 80% LTV purchase, Using Short term rental income to meet DSCR, with gift funds.