USDA Loan (0% Down) – For properties in eligible rural areas (not common in Chicago but useful in some suburban/exurban areas).House Hacking Benefits: Lower upfront capital requirement.

I recently received my EQ policy renewal for a four family building in STL.

There are many businesses that do good work for many years and then start to lack in performance over time.

I'm in the L.A. area and I'd say it's mixed.

For BRRRR type deals you want to work in reverse.

Are you looking at investing in Birmingham or other markets?

Quote from @William Hochstedler: Utah has been booming for the past decade by every metric. my kids did deposits on ski condos at Park City  NEW development and one at Brianhead and those things shot up like crazy.. they need to keep it up so they can take good care of me in my waining years.

Yes, you should be honest about how many people may reside in the property.You are buying insurance for the entire property, not just your unit.

I'm based in DFW area but also have connections/interest in Notheast Texas.

You mean $100-120K “all in” or just purchase price?