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If you are in a state where eviction cost is high and it is tenant friendly you may need a higher credit score to offset default risk and eviction cost.If you are in a landlord friendly state where it is easier to get non paying tenants out you may be able to handle more none payment risk.  

No guaranteed way to stop a determined, experienced thief:(Only deterrents that push them to easier jobs.The roof may be a good idea - until they figure out the just need a ladder to get up there and a rope to lower it down. 

Commercial financing is 100% different (and easier lol)! 

With Chicago's new Express Permit Program, it's a bit easier to get permits for work that would have previously required architectural drawings. 

I figured calling would be easier, and they said I can't transfer the title or they will call the loan due.

It's easier to scale with multifamily properties due to income potential and operations.

Once you get past the initial learning curve and have some basic knowledge, it gets a lot easier though and at that point most knowledge gaps can be filled as they come up.

We’ve had such an incredible experience with them so far.

Questions like this often get better and more actionable responses.Also, keep in mind that while this site is an incredible resource, opinions can sometimes come across as blunt.