What type of properties did you invest in and what kind of returns are you getting?

On the journey, I once sold properties that were 30 minutes away as being too far, and also managed some properties that were 200 miles away. 

Tenants don't do ANY work on your properties, never a good idea. 

we need our own forum for this concept. I'd argue that there are very select zip codes where this strategy works. You need to find a zip code where land values are 10% of less of after built value. You have to find a ...

(FWIW,$8K on just the compressor seem excessive.)Otherwise, unless your contract with your GC says they will provide 24/7 surveillance, or you can prove the AC was never installed, you own the problem.If the property has been vacant for more than 30 days, most policies won't cover vandalism unless you have added a Builders Risk Addendum.

Now days you don't buy a deal you make the deal either with how you operate the property, how you finance the property, or how you purchase the property.

I love her and she'll be a great person to connect with.If your property is not listed on MLS for rent when it's in Lincoln Park one of the A neighborhoods in Chicago, that could make a big difference.You want an agent who will list it for rent and sale some one who knows the investment space...you've got some great agents above to connect with!

HELOCs typically do not go above 75-80% of value and since the property was purchased recently they would not see that equity unless you did some major rehab to the property.

He put paint on wooden floor and walked with paint shoes all over the property caused white marks and shades on the nice costly wooden floor.

Access to Cash Value: A properly structured permanent life insurance policy (like an IUL or whole life) can build cash value that you can borrow against for property acquisitions, renovations, or even as a safety net during market downturns. 2.