We simply include the tax on the invoice sent to guests, which makes it easier to track and ensures we're covered for tax purposes at the end of the year.For Chicago, I’d recommend checking directly with the city’s tax office or a CPA, but generally, you’ll need to register with the city, collect the hotel tax from guests, and remit it on a regular schedule (likely monthly or quarterly).

If the land is included with the mobile home, there are DSCR lenders that will be willing to lend up to 70% LTV as long as it is not a rural area. 

I feel this gives me the flexibility to find the right solution for my client and not just sell what my bank offers.I'll also throw in my 2 cents on common differences I've seen in my career:CDFIs - Because of their subsidized financing structure, they have the ability to be a low cost lender (and sometimes provide grants).

If anyone could include what to look out for in a good deal and a bad deal

Please advise.ThanksMel I'd recommend a local Independent Agency that has access to multiple markets including surplus lines

Many carriers are including exclusions for GC commercial general liability coverage and professional liability coverage for engagements involving condos and even stricter exclusions when dealing with conversions.

Feel free to inquire about their staff qualifications if it's a larger organization.2.

A couple months later finally starting to feel better.That's when I called in a professional mold remediator.

In MN it feels like NJ and NY has long bought up every section of decent future developable land.

Basic staging with an agent usually means they give you insight into how you should:Declutter and depersonalize by removing photos and personal itemsArrange your furniture to improve the room’s flow and make it feel biggerAdd plants, move art, or re-arrange other accessoriesFull-service staging is another option if your house needs more hands-on attention.