The cop sounded lazy or dumb to me.

Never heard of Investor's Edge, but this sounds like a straight up scam.

Good luck getting your asking price - sounds like a great project.Have you looked around to see what kind of inventory is available for your next purchase?

But it sounds like a good opportunity for someone like Eric and many other Canadians. 

Sounds like there are more cons than pros. 

Definitely sounds like an interesting asset class.

That duplex sounds like it has some potential, especially with your plan to live in one side and rent out the other—that’s a solid strategy.

Yeah that sounds like a good plan!

Hey @Nicholas Hausmann - I can't provide much feedback on Springfield Illinois it self since I am up in Chicago, but it seems like from what everyone is saying it's a solid cash flow market.In general, it sounds like you have a solid plan...I recommend making some trips there to meet some of the local investors.  

Community engagement: Homeowners have a greater financial stake in their neighborhoods and are more likely to invest in their local communities.