I’m more concerned with wealth than cash flow at the moment with 0% down, but my biggest fear is not having the flexibility to continue my stack or get out if needed.I’ve ran the numbers as if I was getting current rents at 4.25%, BP suggested market rents at 5.25% in the second year, and the upper range of current market rents at the 6.25% which would kick in year 3.

I've been looking at 2bedrooms in the R500k-R1.5m range, preferably close to Sandton.Thanks!

Currently, cap rates for many 4 & 5 Star assets fluctuate in the mid-5% range, while 3-Star assets have broadly climbed toward 6%.

What price range are theses condos you referring to? 

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There is an abundance of inventory in Chicago so you shouldn't have a problem finding a deal out here in that price range.

Should a house always have at least one tub or is a walk-in shower sufficient?

However if you plan on buying 3-4units, there is a trigger rule for FHA, it is called the self sufficiency test.

An LLC in the state in which the property is located is sufficient.

Typically, getting into the 5-unit range can get overwhelming for people and take up too much of their time.A good real estate focused bookkeeper will save you a lot of time and headaches... especially during tax prep.