One difference was to have two properties appreciating (though at very different rates as they were in different areas) instead of 1.

My advice would be to keep leaning in on this strategy and let the other investors battle over investing in Cleveland and Detroit.

D'you invest in Gettysburg only?

(this has happened to me before here in Florida) Once you get more info from the agents you can hone in on which area you need to focus on. 

Invelo is a true all-in-one solution for real estate investors, built with industry-proven best practices.

I keep reading about all the weird financing issues in this space so I wouldn't actually put money in until mid 2025 or later.  

.- Stretch – I hear about to many people with back pain, I will not be one of them.- Workout - At least 15 minutes.- Pray - 10+ minutes.Life is a marathon.

Saying it wasn't in the lease or @Kevin Sobilo saying it just comes down to one person's word against another would negate virtually every crime.   

I’ve had to widen my search radius to smaller suburbs or target properties needing light cosmetic work to make the numbers work.Value-add opportunities: Adding amenities tenants love, like finished basements or upgraded kitchens, seems to justify rent premiums in this market.Navigating the competition:Be creative with financing: Seller financing or partnering with other investors has been helpful to secure deals when conventional offers didn’t cut it.Work with local agents and wholesalers: They often have their finger on the pulse of off-market opportunities, which is critical in a hot market.For those new to suburban Chicago investing, I’d say the key is finding the “sweet spot” neighborhoods—ones on the rise but not yet maxed out in price.

@Greg O'Brien did I understand that you were advertising having the "all in one" umbrella with your group as well or are you more focused/consolidated in the tax prep area?