My girlfiend and I are looking in La Grange and Brookfield which is not quite as fast west as you, but my aunt lives in Wheaton so I am quite familiar with your area.What's your game plan over the next two years? 

Yet it's all a zero sum game, so think about it from winners & losers.

One tip is to start looking into meetups to connect with investors / others in the REI game (in person/online).

I agree with you and @Doug Smith because I been laughed away enough to realize that aint the game anymore. 

After exiting that business, I began exploring innovative solutions to the growing senior housing crisis.

Just keep in mind that entertainment expenses—like taking clients out for a show or a game—aren’t deductible anymore.And, yes, you can deduct 100% of your education expenses if you’re already a real estate investor.

I’ve been researching a lot about the basics, but I know there’s so much more to learn, especially from those who’ve been in the game for a while.I’d love to hear from experienced wholesalers about their journeys and any advice you have for a complete beginner like me!

@Edward Toomey V I feel like this is a frustration for us all in the property management game.

Yes, the more units you go up, generally the less players in the game so there is some advantage in purchase competition as you go up, but also more management scale and cap ex for someone who is new.3.

Competition drives efficiency, innovation, and value creation.