Back when I started investing, I found it helpful to prioritize understanding the nuances of each market, and Pittsburgh is a gem for steady cash flow opportunities.Here’s the deal: a $100 monthly cash flow might seem underwhelming, but context matters.

The referral fees, which operate similar to a multi-level marketing models, often incent these students to post the rare assignment fee check that does get done to every social platform they can and make it seem like they have an "in' with the guru leading the program. 

Figure rates are significantly higher doing this instead of the more straight forward approach.  

He also said my GC could complete the install and knock 20k off the total, which I would do, so the total seems to be 355k to get the home in place.

The only open position they have on their website is a sales position and it seems that for a company of their scale and caliber, they would also be hiring for other positions as well.

@Tonya EnglishWithout a clear understanding of what this company does (or more accurately, does not do), the payment seems excessive compared to other services in the market."

Sales agent gets slightly more aggressive than I like, but other than that, they seem more trustworthy than other opportunities like this that I come across.    

I’ve had to widen my search radius to smaller suburbs or target properties needing light cosmetic work to make the numbers work.Value-add opportunities: Adding amenities tenants love, like finished basements or upgraded kitchens, seems to justify rent premiums in this market.Navigating the competition:Be creative with financing: Seller financing or partnering with other investors has been helpful to secure deals when conventional offers didn’t cut it.Work with local agents and wholesalers: They often have their finger on the pulse of off-market opportunities, which is critical in a hot market.For those new to suburban Chicago investing, I’d say the key is finding the “sweet spot” neighborhoods—ones on the rise but not yet maxed out in price.

In real estate its messy and there are always repairs and capX projects that seemingly pop up from time to time.

It seems like the LO's have no experience working with investors and are not very concerned with trying to make the numbers work.