Tax - 2.6k (6%)Landlord Gas Water Heating - 1.3k (2.9%)Landlord Gas+Oil Heating - 2.8k (6.5%)Landlord Other Utilities - 5.5k (12.6%)Insurance - 1.1k (2.6%)NOI - 11.8kLending costs - 8.6kAs is, cash on cash would be 5.5%Is (eventually) getting 10% cash-on-cash realistic here?  

I would have the system pressure tested before you decide to start repairing.We bought a duplex where the bank had let the oil run out and the heating system froze.  

Please share your experienceWhat would typical water/garbage/gas bills look like for 3-4 unit multi family building in Chicago / Cook County / Illinois?

Chicago Cook County Illinois

Hi @Michael Cook, @Enrique Ortega and @Dan Holbert - I have a few contractors I work with around the valley.  

hi my name is brandon cook, i have invested in a few properties in detroit and am looking to take my real estate income/portfolio to the next level. i need advice

We got something interesting cooking.

@Dustin Cook offers sound advice--I suggest you heed it or prepare to get swindled. 

Hey guys,Does anyone have an “investor friendly” title company/attorney recommendation for the Chicago/cook county, IL area.One that is familiar and comfortable with:Double escrowsAssignmentsThanks in Advance!

Just look at Enron, or banks a few years back, oil a year ago ect ect.