Some focus purely on numbers, while others look at long-term value, location trends, or creative financing strategies.For those of you investing in Chicago (or similar markets), whats your mindset when evaluating off-market opportunities?

You are correct by saying that you have missed opportunities by being too cautious.

By working closely with hosts, legal teams, and city officials, PadSplit successfully defended its model, ensuring continued housing opportunities for those in need.With this case setting a precedent outside of Atlanta, it strengthens the argument for more flexible and inclusive housing policies.

I’m based in Atlanta, GA, and currently exploring passive real estate opportunities in the area.

Sounds like a good opportunity but I am tied up with my own stuff...Under 100kNeeds: Roof, some plumbing and electric, kitchen cabinets and counters and a vanity He put in a good amount and has a project underway but just wants out. 

Build strong partnerships with agents, wholesalers, and investors who understand off-market deal flow and can bring you opportunities others never see.

Dallas-Fort Worth offers growth and opportunity, but smaller markets like Sioux Falls or Des Moines provide stability.

Great points, ZharaBirmingham has relatively steady and diverse rental demand, and I’ve seen many investors I work with have success with C/B class buy-and-holds.Location is key—areas near UAB, major employers, and popular suburbs tend to have the strongest rental demand, while C/D class markets offer solid affordable housing and Section 8 opportunities.

Louis, Missouri-based property manager seeking investors and opportunities to property Tenant screening, lease negotiation, property maintenance, rent collection. 

Have we gotten to a point in this industry where a property is more attractive by short changing the true fundamentals and classifying the property an affordable housing opportunity?