Also come up with exit contingencies, if you have a balloon due IN X years and for some reason you can't pay the balloon off at the proper time.

Does the garage have proper firewall protection and heat alarms for whoever is sleeping there?

Get some creative juices flowing and find a niche that you think people will connect with and lean into that theme

As for the practical concerns, in the dead of Summer, you have to be extra cautious about treating AC maintenance properly, because it can be dangerous inside a home that is not cooling properly, not to mention create conditions for mold growth.

Happy to connect with anyone on this.

If the Notice of Seizure is returned to the tax collector unsigned or not properly signed, the property must be physically posted as seized by the County Tax Collector.

@Ran Fridman it is a good idea in Chicago proper to move away 100% from security deposits.

@Lorenzo Clark, thank you, great idea to connect with local realtors - and yes, my home inspector guy was great, encouraged me to not think I have to make all repairs at once but can prioritize, and told me what needs to be done ASAP/First - I think I could definitely contact him in the future for ideas/referrals and cost estimates.

Happy to connect and discuss further if you would like. 

Feel free to DM me and connect if you have any other questions about house hacking and real estate investing in general.