I can share which areas we like to invest in based on price to rent ratios, etc.Elenis

The same listing can go from a great cash flow on day one to negative cash flow based on how the buyer plans to finance it (conventional investor loan with 25% down, FHA 3% down house hacker, cash, etc).

When it comes to handyman, I wouldn't necessarily base it on rental property vs. personal.

I know based on the Illinois Condo Act, HOA should cover the wall, insulation and electrical. 

It can be a flat fee with a sliding scale based on sale price.

Leverage is based on loan to value.

Yes, based on that, it is possible, especially if it went down from top to a lower floor on a wall side.

Your agent generally coordinates showings for prospective tenants, prepares the lease agreement for you, and helps answer questions about the property without you being the one to pick up the phone each time.

Decide if you want a two, three, or four-unit building based on what you want, your budget, and how much work you can handle.

Overall, gained $260K in value (based on appraisal) while investing $220K Lessons learned?