If you're buying a true investment property (meaning you wont live in it), FHA is completely off the table and Conventional/DCSR will require 15%+ down.

Does that make anyone think, "If you're not bringing any capital to the table then you probably want to avoid this strategy or you probably want to go with this kind of investment"? 

Dave Ramsey has a good saying about how Thanksgiving Dinner is different when you owe money to the other person at the table.

Hard Money  = There is nothing wrong with taking a hard money loan at a higher interest rate as long as you have an exit plan and can really drive to a time table to not turn that hard money loan into a long term loanDSCR - Pre-Payment Term: I see a lot of lenders sling out the 5 year pre-payment term to flash the lowest rate which could be an investor in a pickle if they need to do something different with the lending portion of the property in the future.

Whether you’re eyeing a historic greystone in Bucktown or a classic brick two-flat in Irving Park, the Windy City offers endless opportunities to grow your wealth. 

The recklessness that trend represents and its implications are staggering.No response necessary ;-) Table top closing?    

So, splurging on a pool table, hot tub, and a telescope to enjoy the views would yield significant returns.I'd love to hear your thoughts!

Since you and your husband bring 20+ years of residential construction experience to the table, you already have a huge advantage.

I put together a table of these options along with pros/cons to determine the best course of action.  

It just leaves the table open for all kinds of options.