it is the most powerful way to get started in investing, period, full stop.hope this helps

You've earned $132,000 more by splitting your money and leveraging it.

If the lease is a do it yourself and/or more than 5 years old you probably want a new one anyway.

I could take look at it for you, and help you understand it if it's a standard lease, no need to pay me, although I am not a lawyer.  

However, Gen Z is facing a more competitive homebuying environment than previous generations.

You really have to believe you know more than BILLIONS of investors... 

-While rent would be more expensive month by month, the idea of being able to take my equity out of my home and also being able to reduce annual repair costs, property taxes, etc. does seem appealing to me. 

I've been studying different real estate strategies and would love to understand more about how the permitting process is evolving in that area.Did the realtor mention any specific changes in local ordinances, or was it more of a general observation based on market trends?

It is definitely a bit more tricky on an investment property, but it can for sure be done.What area of Chicago is the property in? 

It's still a tough market to find cashflow but definitely more doable than areas close to Boston.