It’s all about finding someone who understands your goals (buy-and-hold, flips, etc.) and knows the market inside out.

Valuing your time and understanding your limits and skills will make a big difference in the equity you build, the quality of the work and your sanity. 

For sure you need a lender who understands them VERY well - try connecting with @Jose Valdovinos who is here in Chicago, but lends across the country!

I can understand you wanting to keep a cash flow negative property.

Time and practice will still teach you as you do deals but it will help you understand what things costs for the size of the property 

You don't need to know everything to get started; you need a foundation to build on, and the rest will come through experience and then refining your education.You can build a basic understanding of investing in 3-6 months.

She is renting the apartment, not the entire property.It's very important for landlords to understand Landlord-Tenant rights and maintain control of the property.

You don't need to know everything to get started; you need a foundation to build on, and the rest will come through experience and then refining your education.You can build a basic understanding of investing in 3-6 months.

That's the process as I understand it.

I’m hoping to learn more about the industry, its dynamics, and explore potential opportunities for collaboration and growth.Totally understand that nothing in this field comes for free, and I’m more than willing to share my expertise (tech related) and provide support wherever our skills and goals align.Looking forward to hearing from you and hopefully connecting soon!