Securing legitimate deals is a great first step.

Hi all - I'm looking at my first investment property. 

@Georgy CherkasskyI'm sorry that I didn't ask you specifically for a response on this the first time. 

Got lucky with timing and market conditions... did a few then rolled the proceeds into my first MHP.Wow nice!!

I’m in the process of purchasing a second home in Aspen, CO, which will also serve as my first STR property.

Also- please note that most first time flippers need an experienced partner or trainer to avoid these pitfalls and to be successful. 

To me, these kinds of things might annoy me but only VERY VERY temporarily perhaps for minutes at a time when things occur.

.✅ Stronger Tenant Relationships – Being involved directly allows you to build rapport with your tenants, which can lead to better communication and longer leases.Cons of Self-Managing❌ Time-Consuming – Dealing with maintenance requests, late-night emergencies, and tenant disputes can quickly become a second job.❌ Legal Risks – Chicago has strict landlord-tenant laws.

Now, it's time to file a civil lawsuit as they committed a crime.

Maybe you did not explain it right, or maybe they want to see you succeed on your first deal then will throw money into the investment the next go around.