The properties in OK, which are roughly 30-40% smaller than my personal residence are only about $400-$600 cheaper than my FL insurance.

I want to start smart and scale up as I learn the ropes, but I’m personally struggling to narrow down which area to focus on.If you’ve done this before, what advice would you give someone like me?

Rhino makes money from the premiums paid.

These are my personal takeaways:Real estate has been more passive for me.

I beleive offering buyer agency fees will ultimately be where sellers should allocate most of their marketing money, not in listing fees. 

Hey @Mordechai Chaimovitz - It sounds like you are talking about Chicago's NW side because there are definitely tons of areas in Chicago where a 2 flat can cashflow well.I know for me buying on the nw side was critical to my personal well-being and life happiness. 

I am not a realtor, so I cannot give advice as though I am one, but there are some guidelines that I have used personally over the years, with great success.

Even with 100% occupancy, I don't see how anyone could make money.

But I dont know him personally at all or his background .

But, they are very popular gurus and are making a lot of money teaching their "classes" and groups.