We have a Chicago general contracting business, and handling the field operations is a ridiculously heavy lift.As far as finding customers I think you'll have some good success with gorillia marking at some of the local investor meetups. 

A recent divorce can cause serious credit issues and I've had success with a tenant in this situation. 

So, it's still a viable way of investing, but does not have the same scale of success in today's economic environment in higher appreciation markets.

I'm not currently at the phase of transitioning into a home builder, more trying to learn the steps of how to better set myself up for success.

This has been the most successful model I have seen in real estate.This goes 100% against every guru and investor the past 5 years of get rich quick of buy, rehab, rent and refinance with little money - that video game is out of order so the gurus need to reinvest themselves and they are trying with seller financing and zero down.

Much success!

Most importantly, I'm sure you would agree, this has been a huge learning experience that will allow you to be a more successful & savvy investor in the future based on this experience. 

Hey Dan - That sounds incredibly frustrating, especially after hosting so many successful stays over the years.

Creative financing options like seller financing and partnerships can help build a successful portfolio.Good luck!

The key to success on this property was recognizing its market-ready condition.