Perform the same task in each app to ensure a fair comparison.Load a property with pictures and details.Market that property.See what your marketing looks like from the public's perspective.Submit a fake application to see how easy the process is.Run a credit/screening report on yourself.Enter a maintenance request, assign a vendor, and attach a fake invoice.Enter charges to the tenant's ledger.Enter recurring charges and automatic late fees.Sign documents electronically.Run owner reports.After testing a few apps, one should clearly stand out.

If they deem your roof needs work when they evaluate it, you will have to re-roof first.If I had it to do over again with all the proper facts in front of me, I would probably have made a different decision.

Always ensure thorough due diligence to protect your capital and achieve strong returns.If you need any support or tailored financing for these strategies, let me know.

Ensure you have an emergency fund for vacancies or repairs and verify market trends to confirm the investment supports your long-term financial plan.This post does not create a CPA-Client relationship.

Some buyers don't want your tenants who may or may not have been screen properly but some buyers like the attraction of having income on day one. 

Set for Life by Scott Trenchhttps://a.co/d/51cIiA1Starting with the fundamentals of personal finance will help ensure you have confidence and are able to withstand the risks of real estate and also set your self up to be able to take advantages of what investment opportunities come your way2. 

@Keri Win how much time do you think you'll have to invest to learn how to properly manage your rental?

Additionally the suburbs have higher taxes compared to Chicago proper.  

As long as you're making payments on time and have proper insurance on the property, banks are happy and don't want to call a loan due. 

That is your only leverage to ensure the tenant fulfills their end of the bargain.