Exceptions were made for owner moving in, owners family moving in, significant remodel of the unit that requires it to be vacant during the work (replacing kitchens or bathrooms, a paint job doesn’t qualify).  

Other than the obvious of renovating the kitchen, bathroom, ect.

One of the best strategies to get started in real estate investing is house hacking, which is essentially renting out part of the property you live in.

Bathroom vanity (3) need to be replaced.

Restuccoed the house, replaced castiron with pvc, upgraded bathrooms.

Problem is I may (not) have done some work on the building and have two bathrooms opened up to the studs and sub floor.

This is a pier and beam house that's going to need leveling, drywall work and the bathroom needs some help too.

Purchase price: $540,000 Cash invested: $10,000 Five-plex with 1 bed/1 bathroom apartments!

I’d really like to wholesale but I believe in IL. since I do not carry a Realestate license, I’m only able to wholesale a deal per year.Since you are essentially an industry professional you are going to have better results than the average person no matter what option you choose.

The Silicon Valley effect essentially pushes long-time locals and general workers out of the market like a take-over.