The combination of families looking for more space, good schools, and a quieter lifestyle has been a big driver of demand.For my investments, I’ve noticed:High tenant quality: Families or professionals relocating to suburbs like Naperville and Wheaton tend to stay longer, which helps with stability.Increased competition: It’s definitely tougher to find good deals, especially in top-tier school districts.

@Darrius LloydTo start your house hacking journey, research neighborhoods with potential for multifamily properties and balance affordability with tenant quality.

9) What happens if they don't show when they are supposed and work quality is poor?

Are their listings detailed with good-quality photos?

The scope of work, quality needed, location etc will determine the cost.

Turns out, the right marketing found renters who appreciated the quality and were willing to pay a premium.

I've stuck with the tried and true reasons I've heard to keep my search ranking high (quality photos, stellar reviews, updates to my listing) and that helps but in slow season, when I'm not willing to cut my rates as much as some of my competitors, it can be a ghost town.  

I enjoy interacting with other investors and helping people do better, not measure the quality of questions.

That being said, I'm not a fan of holding property in anything sub B quality. 

I'd hate for a temporary dip in the quality of the tenant pool to be giving my landlord "spidey sense" false alarms on account of taking an extra month or two to fill a unit.