I think the most important part is a willingness to learn and succeed plus just knowing your goals and pushing forward towards them.Each market has its challenges and PDX area is no different. 

Tech for most part is just a deployment item not innovation, utilizing tech to automate and do, more efficiently, what was done in antiquated manners. 

. - $45k balance (40% of BPO value)- 7% rate- interest only- maturity date 2/1/2026- mortgagor (owner) pays 3rd party servicing fees what is the value of the property?

Interested parties can search public records to discover any lis pendens that indicate a home is in the pre-foreclosure stage.Notice of sale: A notice of sale informs a property owner that their bank or lender intends to sell their property because they are in default.

You mention a traditional STR PM agreement where the upside is shared by both parties.

The best part is you can do it with very little money down using owner occupied loans. 

That is a very critical part. I

I'm a very small fan of Dave Ramsey, so I'm not looking to mimic BRRR or FIRE, especially since I'm now 68 and perhaps a little late to the party.....cheers!

My biggest piece of advice is to connect with local chicago real estate investors in person...highly suggest checking out the christmas party on 12/12:  https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/521/topics/1218823-chic...

They also have a track record of five prior funds which the track record was certified by a third party firm.