The challenges are offering seller financing to consumers in the post Safe Act environment.

Looked it up on an online auction website (which has been quite a pain).

I had researched loans and read several times online that approximately 70% (not sure of the exact #) of the rents could be used in the scenario of pre-approval in the case of multiunits.

Kenneth Goldman Welcome to the crazy fun online party that is Bigger Pockets.

I think 280k is safe considering the highway, the extra land could be used to build a smaller modular or something along these lines which would also help with blocking the highway from the initial property.

If you are going to the Parade on Friday, be safe. know there will be a ton of pick pockets so caution is the key word.As to networking, there are a ton of Chicago types on here, and you should hit up a few of the local REI Clubs.Here is a link for come clubs: http://www.biggerpockets.com/real-estate-clubs/illinois.htmlEach club has its own unique identity and "vibe" so hit a few and figure out which if not all that work for you.

is there someplace I can find an online analysis sheet or program such as what you posted?

If you want to be safe, wait 48 hours.Don't know about your area, but we pay $1.25/sf for sanding, staining and polyurethane finish.

Of course, the SAFE Act then becomes the investor's next dilemma in doing such creative things ... and this is getting the discussion going a bit off topic, so I'll stop there.

I can assure you that not one of these are located in "war zones" bur rather in beautiful, clean and safe suburbs.