You can watch the meetings at this link: https://engage.buncombecounty.org/d1035 I haven't watched the videos myself.It's hard to predict where things will go now that we've lost thousands of housing units, many of which were in the most affordable bracket.

I currently have 1 two-unit in Joliet. 

I would first try to figure out if there is any way to buy in your local market through creative ways - renting by the bedroom, 2-4 units, house with ADU etc.

How many units, and at what price point?

Investment Info:Small multi-family (2-4 units) buy & hold investment.

You should consider getting the most units (that can rent for the highest) for the best price.

This diversity provides a certain level of stability to the job market.Population Trends: The population has seen modest growth in the last decade.

Live in it and rent rooms or units out.

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