I've listened to 100+ podcasts, read numerous books and have talked to some Professionals over the last year or so.

Also, you'll find out that there are numerous ways to put together deals even if you don't have a lot of money.The key to being and staying successful in this business (as in most businesses today), is to get educated and keep your knowledge up to date as the market changes.

., but your eventual success will be most benefited by a strong and supportive mentor who you can train under.

Over 100K is due to replacing a beam ( and the support posts ) supporting 2 of the units over the parking area and rebuilding the front porch area and back decks for those units.

We have been working with numerous west coast investors for several years now in helping them curate rental portfolios in the Cleveland market consistent with their investment criteria. 

We have a great relationship so I'm not in any rush to get out but I would like to buy my own home as quickly as possible so they can retire and not have to think about supporting me in any way.

This has happened on numerous properties that I have spoken with an agent about.  

Little support, but max commissions on your own deals.

There’s good news regarding your dream to open a Chicago area sober living home is that you would not be the first to do so, & there are literally hundreds of smaller mom & pop style SLH’s in the area that are currently operating & would be more than willing to help guide you through the process so you don’t have to go at it alone (now I sound like a sponsor), also there are numerous Federal, State, City, County, & private grants, benefits, & tax deductions you can receive to help you get started & operating. 

You asked for an update.The Lender formally “closed” Escrow and mailed me supportive hard copy documentation.