I'm a pretty big advocate for the south side of chicago where you can find properties half that value and cashflow really really well in turnkey condition. 

•Likely, the new property wouldn’t be cashflow positive due to the market conditions.2.Upgrade to a Bigger Property and Sell•Sell our current home and move into a larger house to better meet our family’s needs.• Use some equity from the sale to make this transition smoother.I’m torn between maintaining our current home as an asset and buying  a new smaller house to use as a rental after we move back in versus simplifying and focusing on a single upgraded property Considering factors like market trends, potential equity growth, and quality of life, which path do you think would be most beneficial?

I'm sure I could go to some midwest markets or even some more depressed markets in my region and get better pricing, but that's out of my wheelhouse at this point in my life as I have no desire to learn new markets when I'm closer to the end than the beginning. .Sure, obvious but over looked.

Hi Karen;The condition of houses vary greatly in Delavan. 

I would say for a B class area it is going to be around 300k-400k for a duplex in good condition. 400k and up for A class @emily @Emily Shin

The only thing constant in life is change AND ultimately the only thing we control in life is our Response to what happens.  

Price : $100,000,  4126 Laverne St, Oklahoma City, OK 73135, seems like good condition throughout.  3Bed/1Bath750sqftSchools are mostly 2/10Average rent for the zipcode is $950What do you guys think about this deal?

Is anyone out there willing to be boots on the ground in Cleveland particularly old Brooklyn to check out the condition of a property?

The underwriters will be looking at similar property condition requirements (c4 or higher) of a conventional loan (no deferred maintenance or safety hazards which would affect value).  

Was the condo a good size unit and in good condition?