We work hard to keep things positive and real estate-focused (no politics or religion).

For those just starting out: keep taking consistent action and small steps.

My advice is to keep trying because all it took was to find the right smaller bank willing to take a chance on me. 

Prices in Detroit are likely to keep going up.

Keep track of the prices on Vrbo and Airbnb.

Couple is divorcing, husband wants to keep the property; wants ex-wife's name off of property/loan. 

Surround yourself with a support system and keep pushing forward.4.

By managing yourself, you keep that money in your pocket.✅ Hands-On Experience – If you plan to grow your real estate portfolio, managing tenants yourself can teach you valuable lessons about leases, maintenance, and local rental laws.✅ More Control – You’ll personally handle tenant screening, rent collection, and property upkeep, ensuring everything is done to your standards.✅ Stronger Tenant Relationships – Being involved directly allows you to build rapport with your tenants, which can lead to better communication and longer leases.Cons of Self-Managing❌ Time-Consuming – Dealing with maintenance requests, late-night emergencies, and tenant disputes can quickly become a second job.❌ Legal Risks – Chicago has strict landlord-tenant laws.

Also keep in mind when I started funding investment rentals in 2002 for CA investors 100.00 a month cash flow was the goal and accepted.. and even break even or a little negative was fully acceptable in markets with historic appreciation..

There are still a lot of opportunities for BRRRRs so I'd encourage you to keep your eyes open.