I recommend using your resources to your advantage but doing it the smart way and being patient 

In California, we have bogus ESA law (AB468) that establishes minimum criteria for patient medical provider relationship and poses harsh punishments to medical providers that provide bogus ESA authorizations.  

Be patient- Identify your investment criteria and stick to it. 

Should I just be patient and wait??

I'll admit I had to be patient but the CPA I'm working with did end up saving me way more than what I paid and was really fun to work with someone that geeked out over taxes and planning.

You can accumulate some cash just be patient and stop spending and buying.

If you have a 1-4 year time span, just be patient. 

Here are a bunch in the city. https://www.straightupchicagoinvestor.com/chicago-real-estat...4) And be patient.

If you have  / can find suitable land (topography and zoning can be an issue), have access to the necessary capital (more expensive), can be more patient with the timelines (new builds will take quite a bit longer, especially on multi units, and dont' forget to factor in possible weather delays), and enjoy the process of designing something from nothing - GO FOR IT.One big caveat: make sure you have the RIGHT General Contractor who really understands new construction.

Closed on 1 last week and have 4 more under contract.Finding deals that make sense has slowed me down but getting the first 2 rented out gave me some confidence and a bit more experience, which will help over these last 7 months.The good thing is...I'm patient and will stay disciplined in my buying strategy until I know it works.