Converting your condo into an investment property and transferring it into an LLC is a smart move for liability protection.You’re correct that retitling the property involves Chicago’s transfer tax, which can be substantial.

Undoubtedly, your involvement has lead to increased business funneling to Obie...Two questions:Does Obie insure free-standing mobile homes (without land)?

Perhaps the most consequential transaction involving creative financing solutions was a recent closing for a 20+ unit apartment complex in downtown Eugene. 

Seller was not willing to extend contract or accept creative financing options.

Without my wife's direct involvement, I think some of our homes would have struggled to stay afloat.   

If you are skilled in each of the areas above, and you have enough in reserves to cover the costs of when things do not go as planned, then you can likely attract money from private money lenders who want to get a return on their money and they see lending to you as a low risk way of earning a better return than in the other passive investing options they have. 

I’m looking to build connections with realtors here in the DFW area, as I’m eager to explore opportunities and share knowledge with professionals in the real estate industry.If you're a realtor or involved in any real estate activities in the DFW region, I’d love to connect and collaborate.

I currently have around 20k cash for a down payment and that is steadily increasing so I want to pull the trigger soon.I'm interested in Fort Wayne for a few reasons:- I have some family in the area (they won't be involved, but have some general knowledge of the area)- Decent schools- Low crime- Airport- Low pricesAny advice or connections are welcome as I am completely new to this.

Without involving a traditional lender, what kind of deal structures should we consider?

We take your info and we let Lenders battle for the deal offering their best options.