And start the tedious process of building those relationships.Or you could skip all that and find a mentor that also has the community of likeminded people.It will take you less time but is likely going to require an up front investment.Btw have you done a deal yet or would this be your first?

Have you gone to local real estate events?

We are up against con artists!

But, you can go up to 65% loan to value with no reserves, or up to 80% loan to value if you have 12 months payments already in the bank (12 months reserves_.

I am happy to make some connections with some other Chicago investors as well!

Preferably looking for properties under $200k, but up to $300k.

Pro tip--make sure your exhaust fan in the bathroom is vented to the atmosphere--meaning out to the outside.....go out the roof or out the side of the unit or secured to an opening in a soffit vent grille off the house. 

Buy your next property with all cash, fix it up with cash, and then do a cash-out refinance afterward.

I’ve not drove up to Sherman yet so didn’t think much of it until I started reading about the chip factory going in.

- If the 5% do say they'll sell a must in this business they have to also agree to MOVE OUT PRIOR TO YOUR CLOSING DATE.