Focus on affordable markets, build a strong network, and continually educate yourself through books, podcasts, and deal analysis to steadily expand your portfolio.Good luck!

This lets both the investor and the builder do what they do best.I think this will continue to be a growing part of the investing landscape. 

I would encourage you to learn the market you plan to invest in now and to continue to learn about the different methods of investing.

Because the reality is that one deal won't make you rich, but the continuous growth you get by doing deals and building your skills, network, and expertise will create the foundation to get you there! 

The city has a lot of momentum with major developments, population growth, and continued investment in infrastructure.That said, it’s not without challenges.

Hey Hey @Veronica Mitchell - The most simple advice is to follow the CTA trainlines.I personally love the South East Corridor of Chicago which has Bronzesville, Kenwood, Washington Park, Hyde Park, Woodlawn, and South Shore.That area will continue to be gentrified because you have the lakefront and CTA trains.Others mentioned NW along the Blue and West along the Pink, Green, and Blue lines.

It is also a great way to grow your sphere of influence and continually remind everyone and anyone that you are in the real estate business.Let’s focus on the big three social media sites Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.

My vote is if you are going to continue to buy, you need to utilize leverage.

And we also diversify buying the brand "Bum-Fight's", and were gonna bring back the defunct brand, again with ai...... 

To get started, continue learning through podcasts like the BiggerPockets Real Estate Podcast and books like "The Book on Rental Property Investing" and "Set for Life."