It's the same skill set but the financial returns and community impact are exponentially greater for everyone.There’s no reason that we can’t and shouldn’t be the ones revitalizing our communities instead of outsiders OR worse nobody at all.There are less opportunities in smaller towns and who is in the best position to truly understand the needs of the community?

Best,Emily

It's a breach of the broker's fiduciary duty to his client (the seller) to bring in as many qualified buyers as possible in order to get the best price possible.Private agreements by the NAR will be no defense unless in the listing agreement between seller and broker.

(Avoid large upfront payments; progress-based is best.) • How do you handle change orders if unexpected costs arise? 

It's the best of all worlds with regard to self-directed investing!

When you start making exceptions you are no longer following your process. stick to the script.All the best!

Best of luck."

I'm open to expanding the Chicagoland area, to find the best deal possible.

If there is even a small chance, I would disclose.If I remediated the water issue and confirmed it's no longer an issue, then I would not feel the need to disclose that.Talk to a Chicago attorney to get the best answer....who would ultimately be the one who would defend you in court...when in doubt, disclose, and you'll be better off.

However, given the fact one is gone and the other is doing their best to cover all the rent, eviction would be a last option.