Companies like CFA do much more in depth market analysis and research than I know I ever have done so some latch onto the back of those companies and look to invest in areas that these large companies are opening new/more stores in as a starting point. 

Sea and mountain views, nearby public transport, the hospital, restaurants, cafes, grocery stores, 5 min walk to the beach and 20 min walk to old town.

We've figured out each other's schedules, so this doesn't happen too often.Another issue is that the housemate may try to make the house their own - furnishing it, putting up their art in the common areas, storing things in the garage, etc.

I have had two insurance claims in the past year:1 my son's ebike was stolen in front of a grocery store. 

Next StepsContact 311 or the Chicago Department of Water Management to request a meter recheck or usage audit.If the new bills seem drastically off, request a review for billing errors or adjustments.Consider installing low-flow fixtures or monitoring usage with a smart meter device to ensure there’s no hidden waste.It’s frustrating, but you’re not alone in this!

Don't forget to tell the tenant where you will store their security deposit.

In Franklinton there are plenty of large projects going on that will bring massive growth to the west side of Columbus, such as the Peninsula Development, which is a multiphase project that will erect a 24 story apartment complex featuring a grocery store, a multi use office space building, and a new hotel featuring a two-story venue.

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Again, the BiggerPockets store has some books on this topic, or you can learn about it by watching podcasts, reading blogs, and interacting on the forum.

Use terms like “urgent habitability issue” and “potential legal exposure.”Send a formal demand letter via certified mail, informing them of a deadline (like 48–72 hours) to respond.If they continue to stall, file a complaint with your state’s Department of Insurance.