Educate all your tenants on how to report noise complaints and let the police handle it.

When they sign the lease, it is one of the five key points highlighted on the first page that they have to initial.

Plus, very important to understand the new layout and how the dig down will effect the existing stairs, plumbing, etc.Happy to connect and talk through your specific situation because @Bruce Woodruff mentioned every project is different and know one price fits all espeically with these complex jobs.Where at in Chicago is your building?

only one avenue to this and that is an equity partner that shares your dream. 

More doors, one roof, easier to maintain.

But it sounds like you should also balance your decision on what fits you and your families preference and style since you will be using it personally. 2.

Start with Reonomy or Costar to identify all the 100+ units in your target market (on and off market) and then see if you can get into direct contact with some owners.

And I used all my rental mailbox money over the last 9 years since I first started investing to buy more and more.

I found the son on Facebook and sent a quick intro giving my condolences, expressed my interest in purchasing the property, and provided my phone # in case he decides to follow up.I'm in the process of preapproval with a couple lenders, and have reached out to a couple realtors in my area to see which may be a good fit.

@Alan Mills You mention contractors not keeping a time line , not General Contractor .