I have started my pre licensing class to become licensed but I am hoping for some advice.

Anyone know if there's a delay in Cook County?

Hey Kaylan,Stick to the neighborhoods where your middle class Americans live (teachers, mechanics, mailmen, etc) These are the best areas to drive for dollars since most of your end-buyers prefer to flip these homes.Also, look into pulling the Code Violations list from your county - they are essentially driving for dollars for you.Best of luck 

Who pays the water, heat, hot water, cooking gas, trash, common area maintenance, etc? 

Currently, you don't know what you don't know, so it might take some time to work out your deal criteria and market research...For instance, looking for a cash on cash return of 10% is a good goal, but what about appreciation, hold periods, unit type, unit class etc...how does the 10% COC tie into you personal goals for investing?

For context, I own a duplex and rent to A-/B+ class.

I have been doing my research on getting my real estate license and i see a lot of companies will help you pay for your classes.

@Philip Cook -- thanks for the tip!

Stay on them but keep in mind that you have a cook in the kitchen still.  

Even with multi-family in Richmond, you're making cashflow negative on C class neighbors.