I am 14 hours into the 20-hour online course offered by "RealEstateU."

As a result any “offering” must either be a registered securities offering, or qualify for an exemption from the required registration.

I’ve had to widen my search radius to smaller suburbs or target properties needing light cosmetic work to make the numbers work.Value-add opportunities: Adding amenities tenants love, like finished basements or upgraded kitchens, seems to justify rent premiums in this market.Navigating the competition:Be creative with financing: Seller financing or partnering with other investors has been helpful to secure deals when conventional offers didn’t cut it.Work with local agents and wholesalers: They often have their finger on the pulse of off-market opportunities, which is critical in a hot market.For those new to suburban Chicago investing, I’d say the key is finding the “sweet spot” neighborhoods—ones on the rise but not yet maxed out in price.

Here’s what made a difference for us:🔹 Mortgage Relief – Many lenders offer disaster relief options like payment pauses or loan modifications.

We'll offer you some money so we can clean it up and put a park there.

They generally will offer greater appreciation, as well. 

Make offers, then when someone says they will consider Creative Finance, that's when you make the suggestion.

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Quote from @Austin Jones: As a realtor focused on helping investors in the Richmond area, I’d love to offer some insights.

Called up to them and they asked me to search for their lawyer name.