I have not reviewed BAM's fees but it's likely based on their representation of UNDER 10% "skin in the game" that most of their "investment" is taken from fees deducted from the money gamblers place with them and counted as equity in the deal; this is a common practice in the syndication industry. 

To me it’s a challenging game, an intricate puzzle where if you learn how to play you get great results.

For my clients, in every city I am set-up in I have an agent who pulls all the comps and writes up an opinion on the value based on size, area, finishes, market. 

It depends what areas in Chicago you're investing in. I

I recently came across a piece in Forbes talking about how quickly rental dynamics can evolve when population growth spikes.I’m based in Phoenix and have been in the real estate game for three decades, and a close friend of mine recently reminded me how the right connections can shape your entire strategy.

I am really excited for this project and want to make sure a great family moves in! I

Nothing wrong with being a bit new - there are options out there for all stages of the game. 

You’re already ahead of the game—stick with Central Florida, and you’ll crush it!

But if your a W 2 and real estate is how you are planning on retiring by investing that is a completely different lifestyle and motivation and game plan. 

You mentioned the area I live in is equal to Cleveland income.