And unless you go into some very rough areas, you won't find double digit cash returns.

@Abigail King I invest in several towns in central IL, and am interested in adding some properties in Peoria to my portfolio as well. 

Please do not act as an unlicensed manager, it will only result in issues for both you and your friend.

Use this to your advantage.

I'm looking to see if there is some way to finance that 100k and how the terms would look for that?

For real estate the will calculate what your return would be if you purchase a single-family home at market rate and hold it for ten years.

The deal nearly fell apart and I decided to finish it with a small investment group that we have.

Hi @Zach Harden,I'm an investor/agent in CT and part of #1 Listing Team in CT, and we cover all CT.Let me know if you have time to connect and see how we can help you with your real estate needs.

I also used to live in CO and love winter park so wondering how that went as well??

It all comes down to area and ROI as to if it makes sense or not but logistically it's a great idea.