I'm currently studying emerging market trends so I have a good idea what market to hit :) Have you read anything of Dave Lindahl's?

That said, I have contemplated buying a multi-family closer to the law school and medical school, hoping to attract some guys to rent.  

Think about it your going to need medical expensive before you turn 59.

If they are connected to the emerging global economy (where talent and education matter) then these areas are rising (most neighbohoods along the lake from Bayview to Shorewood).

Sounds like he is more of an emergency contact than a PM then.  

However, you may want to consider taking preventative action in these types of emergencies.

@Sean Dail As one FF/medic to another, stay safe. 

This is a emergency situation that I got stuck in.

I know it is hard to set that money aside but it is a necessity.Just when you think you have built up a nice little emergency fund you need something like a new roof.

I have done 2 flips, bought new construction as live in flip.Now I'm debating on a medical building/office rental, or vacation rental.Been approached to be a part of a shopping mall, and a downtown rejuvenation project ;) but that's too $$$ for now@joel I spoke to our resident commercial guy, he said the same thing ;)I spoke to my broker too, she said the same thing.