In the future, I would go in person (or post paper notice on doors) if possible to introduce myself and explain the new systems - this is how you pay rent, this is how you message online for a maintenance request, this is where you call/text for an urgent flood etc.

As relationships are vital in this community, I’m looking to introduce myself here and see ways to connect to other investors in Chicago.

Speaking of which an HOA, introduces several risks not found in other REI.

Once you add some colourful rocking chairs to the porch to introduce some more colour. 

Introduce yourself and let them know what kinds of houses you want, specifically.  

Are there questions i should ask when first introduced to a realtor?

Some lenders will also not want a building that is 80% occupied.You might introduce seller financing at this point and make it attractive by emphasizing saving his/her capital gains tax. 

I am new to the world of real estate investing, but was introduced to bigger pockets podcast by my frat brother Johnathan Mark some months back.

Added benefits of the Land Trust is that you can tie it into estate planning easily in the future and can even introduce anonymity on public record for your own name if you have an attorney give you a hand.Just some options.

Figured I'd introduce myself.