I go to vacant properties at least weekly unless they are multi-family with active neighbors.)Generally speaking, if a property isn't moving (and others in the area are), either you are priced too high or there is something lacking with your property.

Keep watching the market and align yourself with people who are actively buying, they will have their fingers on the pulse of what is going on. 

Chicago has an active investing community, and being around experienced investors can accelerate your learning curve.One thing I wish I knew earlier: Always build your team early.

They will charge you more, but are much more active and could probably help.

I also actively invest in real estate myself, and I talk with investors regularly about how they evaluate deals.Out of curiosity, what key metrics do you use to decide whether a deal is worth pursuing?

Why did the criminals use bitcoin?

I just completed a quick search for all three areas looking at active inventory compared to closed leases for the last 180 days.

For REP status federally, you must meet two requirements: work 750+ hours in real estate activities and spend more than 50% of your total working hours on these activities during the tax year.

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After being a fan of the area for a number of years and analyzing countless properties, I've actively been looking to expand there myself.I sent you a message.