I would ultimately want to add one investment property building per year, and specialize in 3 to 6 unit products to build a large portfolio of those products in the local Chicago market around Midway airport and the city itself. 

Also, a good resource when it comes to finding contractors locally who specialize on working these types of homes.

There are a bunch of very knowledgeable CPAs here on BP who specialize in real estate, especially if you're open to working remotely - speak to a few and see who's the best fit for you.Good luck!

However, if they're experienced and regularly practice and specialize in landlord-tenant law, chances are they already have a lease written that they use. 

Wait you say, this is not coming from any IRA accounts --- please hold on, because here is where I am going.At our local SD IRA meets, there is a law firm that specializes in doing lender agreements and they will be in attendance. 

@Lisa S. if you’re open to working remotely, there are a number of great CPAs on BP who specialize in real estate.  

3/2 tends to be the best in general, but not sure specially about your market.But I will say this... just because you have higher rents doesn't necessarily put more money in your pocket. 

I have wholesale properties on the Eastside often and specialize in probate and I see the difference in price, spread, roi and cap rate.

@Chris LinI would install a heavy duty 3“ dIameter pole in the center of the living room for her and her friend to help supplement her income during slow weeks .

I'd suggest finding a lawyer who specializes in real estate eviction and titles.