The purchase to cash flow ratio is much higher than majority of the states in the US but again not the only states.If you need any help or want to talk more REI feel free to reach out I have done a ton of business in both states and can walk you through pretty much anything.

ya those are totally open ended questions your going to have to figure it out from here on your own or with someone else chiming in..

Chicago has plenty of opportunities for value-add projects, and I'd be happy to share some insights or introduce you to a few local investors I've worked with.Feel free to reach out if you want to talk strategy or specific neighborhoods!

Feel free to reach out if you have any questions.https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/432/topics/1013061-sect...

I suspect the owner could sell the property to a third party free and clear of your lender's claim to the income stream. 

If you’re open to it, I’d be thrilled to buy you a coffee and hear your story.Whether you specialize in residential, commercial, wholesaling, or anything in between, your insights would mean a lot to me as I navigate this journey.Please feel free to reply here or shoot me a message if you’re interested.

I might get 5 to 10 totally unqualified applicants before I get a good one.  

When house hacking a duplex, start by estimating the total monthly rent you can earn from the unit you’ll rent out.

I have my heart set on real estate investing and have been researching every free second I can.

Even a weekend trip to scope neighborhoods can give you a feel for the area.Good luck building your portfolio, and feel free to ask if you have questions about getting started!