Because Chicago is amazing in the sense that it has prices at all levels and tons of old inventory in need of renovation (if you want to renovate).Networking in person was the biggest help for me to get started. 

@Lucas Miller I'm sure he is, but that's giving him a ticket to find his biggest fanboy or fangirl and having me talk with them. :)I'm looking for the unsolicited opinion of someone Lane himself wouldn't call on for their experiences (I'm big on listening and chatting with folks), just to get a sense of what deals they've gotten involved in and how they've gone so far.

We financed the project using other people's money, leveraging a combination of hard money lenders and private money lenders.

@Teahjsia Frazier - If you're targeting a BRRRR for your next deal I would consider using a combination of your money, private money (friends and family), as well as hard money for the purchase and rehab.

The biggest thing right now is to stop putting up mental blocks—you can achieve success as a mom of 3, but it’s crucial to push past the mindset of failure.

@Jose QuinonesOne of the biggest mistakes I made in investing was not thinking of exit strategy.

Glad to be part of an on-line real estate group. Looking forward to working with you toward meeting your our business goals.

In hidden vaults beyond the veil,I guide investments without fail.With freedom to direct the way,My wealth grows stronger by the day.A private path few mortals see,What tool do I employ for me?"

There are two idea I’m batting around in my head right now to get started on my REI journey – I can do it purely on the investing side and become a private lender or a source of hard money loans to builders/developers (maybe that looks like funding a construction loan collecting interest payments while buying time to better understand the dynamics and build relationships) or I can JV/partner with a builder and get equity (upside on a flip/sale) which would be more hands on.Curious what ya’ll input, what you think is the best route for me to dip my toes into REI given my aforementioned situation and current market.

The biggest issue is the house is worth what comps say it is.