I looked up the definition of intrinsic value and found this and wondering if there are any specific differences in the real estate category as you are using it: "In finance, the intrinsic value of an asset or security is its value as calculated with regard to an inherent, objective measure.A distinction, is re the asset's price, which is determined relative to other similar assets."

A lot of what it comes up with can be found using google but is presented in a much more organized fashion.Of course, it’s not always right, nothing is. 

The objective- Keep your current positive cash-flowing asset in Chicago- Your cash flow may go down if you use a HELOC or refinance the asset, but make sure it's still a positive cash flow. 

To switch to retail in order to use an extreme/silly example, take an organic vegan gluten free small grocery store with 1 year left on their 10 year lease.

It could be your first and last deal.I developed a few key relationships with contractors in key markets for my clients, they have a GC who organizes materials, labor, schedule, keeps everyone on track, etc. 

They are very well organized and very professional, and their reported past results are exceedingly good at 24% avg annual return, but that was then (lowest interest rates in 90 years, CAP rates compressed from 8 to 3) and now is now. 

Baselane is a bookkeeping software that is designed for landlords, I've been using it over a year and it's helped me stay organized as my portfolio has grown.

Always keep your long-term objectives in mind and make sure each investment aligns with your overall strategy.Good luck!

But They don't require you to be a part of the larger organization and spend hundreds of dollars on top of MLS dues for NAR dues (which may not go up in 2024 but you bet they are going up in 2025 to pay off this $400M). 

Reach out to local real estate organizations for tips and connections.