I have vetted and used contractors over the years, but the only thing holding me back is funding.Also, if anyone is currently investing or looking to invest on the south and southeast sides of Chicago, please feel free to connect.

I have seen a lot of people discussing how to get to the Pigeon Forge area.The short answer is Google Maps and Waze has the road closures and will reroute people automatically.

I am here seeking professional advice from someone who has walked the walk and can guide me where to go from here.Some of my goals are listed below:My main goal at the moment is to find assistance in forming a financial plan with the help of a mentor.My other goals once I have established a plan:- Short Term: "I will obtain a cash flowing real estate property within the next year.- Long term:  "I will have more than or about 5-10 cashflow producing assets making me 5-10k a month in profit. 

Buy and hold, and have some cash flow eventually (enough cash flow to continue this journey year 1-2) but definitely appreciation.If we can’t find duplex is it a bad idea to consider SFH with basement?

Cost segs usually benefit short term rentals more than long term rentals.

What are your thoughts on a 15 vs 30 yr term? 

That means you make 2k in origination and then 11k/12 = $916/month.Let's say they hold it for 5 months = $4,580 + $2,000 origination = $6,580 return on 100k so about a 6.58% return and your risk for that return is 100k, cause the deal you back can go sideways.There's a much safer way to make a better return. 

In my short time here I have learned so much and it's amazing how many people are willing to share their knowledge.

In 2020, I built under $200 a foot with long-term rates in the 3's to get 40% ROI.

Ideally, closer to the main strip such as some restaurants on Commonwealth or especially on Mount Vernon.We are doing the mid-term rental route on Airbnb.