If your properties are generating solid cash flow or have appreciated significantly, you might be following a “smart leverage” strategy, à la Grant Cardone.

It's definitely possible to get a loan as a foreigner but the rates will be high(er) and the downpayment required will be as well.

Hey James: These are note from an attorney that we use to evictions hope they help you.If you need exact notices may be I can paste them on here so they will help everyone is IL that needs to do an eviction.Eviction in Illinois Are Done By The Following Rules:There are some exception like the city of Chicago, Evanston & Cook County but the rest of the State Of IL is fairly straight forward.

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It's just a rule of thumb, and only tells part of the story when buying a rental property.

Eventually the masses will catch on and then the model is tougher to continue to do. 

Any recommendations on who can do the reno? 

I would check on this website on the find an agent feature or search Zillow for teams/agents in your area doing 25 or more deals a year.  

Also what does the city say is the assessed value of the property on your taxes (it will be different than the appraised value, but should give you an idea).

So should your facilitator.4) As a trustee, you can now write a check or wire money into any investment that follows retirement plan rules (no artwork, collectibles, alcohol, insurance, etc., and no disqualified parties).