You can look into switching to a local credit union or portfolio lender, as they tend to be more flexible with regional policies.

Your education has cost you money, as education tends to.

Keep in mind that many responsible agents tend to be conservative with their valuations, especially in today’s market, where properties aren’t moving as quickly as they once did.If we’re in a conservative market, pricing on the lower end may make sense, but it’s always good to weigh your options carefully.

The combination of families looking for more space, good schools, and a quieter lifestyle has been a big driver of demand.For my investments, I’ve noticed:High tenant quality: Families or professionals relocating to suburbs like Naperville and Wheaton tend to stay longer, which helps with stability.Increased competition: It’s definitely tougher to find good deals, especially in top-tier school districts.

Companies tend to do well when they professionally respond to negative posts, and either provide their version of events and stand their ground, or do what it takes to turn the angry poster into an ally.

@John Lasher, admittedly I tend to align a bit more with Stuart, but try to give some valid advice.Some questions I would ask any guru I was considering investing in:Will you invest my deals by being a client of yours?  

They tend to have more stable tenants, no shared yard maintenance, and better long-term appreciation potential.

Industrial properties tend to have more stable demand due to the increasing reliance on e-commerce, logistics, and warehousing.

Higher-quality areas attract tenants who are more reliable and tend to take better care of the property.

A lot of people tend to overcomplicate it.