Showing a property while it’s occupied is almost never positive.

Quote from @Sean Regan: Getting ready to list my first rental property after an extensive reno. 

As for the property you posted, that is a great area. 

I am looking to buy my first investment property and have heard a lot about  Fort WayneAs an out of state investor, I am looking to connect with investors/agents in the area to build further knowledge on specifics with the markets and hopefully bring business to in the future!

From a financial standpoint, the key is to ensure you're purchasing properties at a price low enough to make rehab costs and refinance achievable.

@Kevin Duke Since Subject A’s $6M net worth is below the federal estate tax exemption ($13.61M in 2024) and Florida has no estate or inheritance tax, Subject B can inherit the property tax-free with a step-up in basis to the fair market value at the time of death, eliminating capital gains tax if sold immediately.To avoid probate, Subject A can use a Lady Bird Deed (Enhanced Life Estate Deed) or a Transfer on Death (TOD) Deed, which allows automatic transfer to Subject B while retaining full control during their lifetime.

(but... it only works if you significantly boost the ARV of the property. 

--I would agree that this market has opportunities for seller finance as a record number of properties in the US are paid off. 

This impressive 7,000 square foot property is situated in an upscale Boston neighborhood.

Foundations actually don't come up that much in Chicago.... so many awesome brick properties.