For most lenders, they wanna see a 12 year lease in order to count the income to help your debt income ratio. there are not many lenders that I know of that will include short term or midterm income as part of the income side of your DTI. 

Quote from @Tiffany Henning: I am in the same situation but ultimately will most likely go with Seth Williams because it is not necessarily a money-making funnel for him but more his heart to help. 

@Michelle Wang"My current lawyer has been somewhat helpful, though the case is progressing far too slowly.

Chicagoland as a market may appreciate at different rates, and property taxes certainly do not help the cause.

And yes Colin offers MLS only with a one time fee hope that helps 

You can find us online.Current Ideas: Video Series on Passive Investing in MHC, Tax Benefits of MHC, Investing through 401k etc. 

We have a great community here to help you out.

Quote from @Jimmy Jeter: Need some help to finish our house. 

I spend a lot of time reading these forums plus I've read David Lindahl, Ken McElroy, James Randel, Scott Berges, Roger Dawson, and have been watching videos of anyone else from first time to pros with REI information.

This could reduce your help lower your taxable income if the investment aligns with your lifestyle goals.