I can see how an application fee per person can be a deterrent for applicants in my case whether for more upscale rentals people may see it as more normal.I am starting off as a non-refundable fee and measure the resistance, then adjust if needed.

If you plan on going the hard money route, most lenders will require an experienced, licensed GC to complete the rehab portion.Do you have the option to bring on an experienced partner for your first that can show you the ropes?

I personally know both @Jaclyn Cano and @Wale Lawal and can confidently say both are great and VERY Investor friendly!

Utilizing empty lot space in this way helps to combat the increasing housing prices and limited supply many markets have been experiencing.

Hey @Mordechai Chaimovitz - It sounds like you are talking about Chicago's NW side because there are definitely tons of areas in Chicago where a 2 flat can cashflow well.I know for me buying on the nw side was critical to my personal well-being and life happiness. 

I've been informed that completing the course alone may not be sufficient to pass the exam, so I’m seeking advice on how to prepare effectively once I complete it.Currently, my only other resources include a YouTube video, five practice exams, and a textbook.If you have any additional suggestions—whether online or in-person, paid or free—that could help me effectively prepare for the exam, I would greatly appreciate them.

To a point made by another person who commented, you may be able to have a lender do a 'one-off' portfolio loan at a 95% LTV if they trust you enough . good luck.

. -- lots of factors to consider (including your personal strategy), but here are a few high level metrics to compare the most populous zip codes in HuntsvilleWelcome to drop me a message if you are interested in checking out the full report 

Account Closed It will only show on your credit report if the person who is holding the notes goes to a servicing company so it is recorded.

Personally as long as the building didn’t flood I wouldn’t care.