We all invest in real estate in order to make money, and keep in mind that someone who can only afford to live in a mobile home and seller-finance to buy the land is probably tight on funds. 

Thanks, Dan Audino Have you considered a live and flip?

I live in Peoria so you have any suggestions for getting started?

We are seeing people move from higher cost of living areas like Raleigh, Durham, chapel hill, and even Greensboro.   

-Allocate a portion of your funds toward extra payments on the current mortgage while also setting aside money for a new investment.

As long as you are on the loan, on title, and live in the home for 12 months minimum, then your non occupying coborrower can qualify for 5% down at owner occupied rates.

My girlfiend and I are looking in La Grange and Brookfield which is not quite as fast west as you, but my aunt lives in Wheaton so I am quite familiar with your area.What's your game plan over the next two years? 

With that being said, do yourself a favor and do the research yourself on zoning, valuation and ACTUAL rent before talking to STR specialists who make a living on selling these =) Just my 2 cents...

This extra road frontage now also qualifies my property to be able to be legally converted into a triplex from a duplex.

This will give you the opportunity to ask questions and get live feedback right there on the spot.Once you have done the above - then you just have to do it.