That's why the lady should have had her own representation telling her to check it out.Gino

Then I interrupt them and ask if they've check the do not call list... this morning a lady said yes! 

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I’ve had to widen my search radius to smaller suburbs or target properties needing light cosmetic work to make the numbers work.Value-add opportunities: Adding amenities tenants love, like finished basements or upgraded kitchens, seems to justify rent premiums in this market.Navigating the competition:Be creative with financing: Seller financing or partnering with other investors has been helpful to secure deals when conventional offers didn’t cut it.Work with local agents and wholesalers: They often have their finger on the pulse of off-market opportunities, which is critical in a hot market.For those new to suburban Chicago investing, I’d say the key is finding the “sweet spot” neighborhoods—ones on the rise but not yet maxed out in price.

@Josh LansberryWelcome to the community and be ready for a huge amount of information at your finger tips.

Welcome to the community and be ready for a huge amount of information at your finger tips.

I know it seems like this older lady has an intent to intimidate me, but hopefully she is just behaving this way because her mind is slipping later in life.

Welcome to the community and be ready for a huge amount of information at your finger tips.

Welcome to the community and be ready for a huge amount of information at your finger tips.

My agent was a very nice older lady, but no idea about investing, it all worked out and once the first rent checks started coming in started gaining some confidence.