Thanks for coming out and joining us - we have some new events and workshops and training that we will be adding shortly - look for a couple of virtual workshops a month and a get started training program to be implemented before the end of the year. 

It is great that you are thinking of adding to your portfolio.  

Consider a HELOC for value-added BRRRRs or flips if you have a low interest rate.

FHA does not allow you to do things outside of the home like adding a fence, hard scaping, retaining walls...   

You are only adding complications and costs with the LLC with no upside  This is all assuming there’s been almost zero appreciation and you shouldn’t sell tax free while you have the chance. 

-Have an extra umbrella policy-Speak with my real estate attorney to make sure I did enough to limit my liability. 

Following Sean’s instruction, I signed up for Google Ads.

Consider starting small by house hacking a single-family home, renting out rooms, or adding an ADU if possible.

Quote from @Eduardo Perez-Borroto: Since the HELOC was not used on improving the home you cannot deduct the interest, nor use that to offset your capital gain.Would adding a battery bank system to my solar panels count as home improvement? 

Adding a washer/dryer to a $500,000 two-flat in Rogers Park could allow you to raise rents by $150/month, significantly boosting your ROI.8.