Quote from @Melissa Sejour: I am new to the real estate investing space and was wondering how do you go about researching the best areas to purchase properties?

Yes, there are definitely 15% down options available for investment property purchases!

Purchase price: $240,000 Cash invested: $60,000 purchased this distressed duplex using owner financing for $240K and a $60K hard money loan for renovations.

Do you know is it different today with the idea behind "subject to" purchasing in IL?  

If you're looking for ways to accelerate, consider these options:Seller Financing – Some sellers may finance a portion of the purchase price, reducing your need for a large down payment.DSCR Loans – These loans focus on property cash flow rather than personal income, often requiring only 15% down.Private Money Lenders – If you can find a PML willing to work with you, you may be able to put less down.Partnerships – If you’re open to splitting profits, you could bring in a partner who funds the down payment.Since you’re okay with the slower path, just keep stacking cash, but these might be worth exploring to move faster!

Purchase price: $925,000 Cash invested: $75,000 Sale price: $1,190,000 Bought and styled and managed a luxury Airbnb in Scottsdale.

I purchased a property that needed a lot more work then intended.

Purchasing a fully furnished 3-bedroom home minutes from a large hospital and a SUNY University.Whom (at the hospital) would I contact to determine if there is a market for mid term rentals.

Reno Scenerio Off Market Purchase Price - $185k ARV = $315-335kReno - $55-65kHolding - $10kClosing both ends - $25k= $335 , $315-$285 =$30-50k gain  As-IS Scenario Purchase - $185kSale Price on MLS :$225- $235kClosing both ends - $20kHolding - $4k= $235 - $209 =$16-$26k gainIn both scenerios I’ll be 1031ing it into a new investment.

Purchase price: $82,500Bought this 2 bedroom condo in Manchester in April 2018.