To maximize your investment, use financing options like FHA or conventional loans, analyze deals based on cash flow and cap rates, and network with local investors through REI meetups and BiggerPockets.Good luck!

Bureau of Labor Statistics and Texas Workforce Commission, Texas was reported to have the highest rate of job creation through 2024. 

Given that the property was worth $390K in its current condition, I saw an opportunity to make the numbers work while keeping my upfront costs low.Instead of increasing my cash offer, I negotiated a $25K down payment with the seller carrying the balance for two years through owner financing.

I went through a similar issue trying to open a business bank account in 2020 when everything was shut down and it was such a pain.

If you drive through Columbus, you see construction cranes and development happening EVERYWHERE!!!

Renting could allow you to focus on paying down debt and saving for a larger down payment, while buying now could help you start building equity or even generate passive income through house hacking.

If you rely on others you will have to sift through more deals before finding the one.

up to 20% DSCR through lenders I deal with

It was from a bank, Delmar Mortgage was who it went through before the sold off the loan.

Plus, very important to understand the new layout and how the dig down will effect the existing stairs, plumbing, etc.Happy to connect and talk through your specific situation because @Bruce Woodruff mentioned every project is different and know one price fits all espeically with these complex jobs.Where at in Chicago is your building?