I’m curious what markets you’ve invested in if you don’t mind sharing.

Whether you're eyeing long-term rental properties, MTR Market, or are looking to live here yourself- this area is full of potential.

Go to Etsy and search for "rental property tracker," and you will find hundreds of nice spreadsheets to track 10-20 rentals, usually for under $10.Software has extremely helpful features like online payments, marketing syndication (click a button, and your property is advertised on multiple sites), electronic document review/signing, maintenance tracking, and owner reports.

I would look for an experienced agent of my own who understands what is standard for your market.

I also practice as a Realtor because I enjoy it and it is extra income.So as an investor, your options are to get your RE license and have access to a lot of tools and do the research yourself (therefore you're paying with time, energy and a little money) or you work with a great realtor/investor in the specific market you're looking into.

Those rates are not as nice as rates we got a few years ago for less than 3%, but in today's market I'll take those rates. 

Are there wholesalers in your market you can ask if you don't want to talk to a lawyer for some reason?

Personally, my primary residence has appreciated around 6% in market value and I live in Levittown. 

and I also rent to voucher holders in the Milwaukee market. 

Use a quitclaim or warranty deed to transfer the title, and be prepared to pay Chicago’s transfer tax, calculated at $7.50 per $1,000 of the property’s fair market value.