There are several companies I know locally who recommend replacing every single line that they scope, whether it needs it or not and I won’t let them near my properties or any of my clients properties that are being inspected by buyers.

Hi There @Chinelo Ononye - Don't be afraid to keep investing here in the Windy City if it's your home lolWe've got an awesome real estate community here in Chicago and would be happy to connect to see how we can help.Generational wealth is an amazing aspiration and there is no doubt you are the "one" in your family that is going to make that change.  

Both tenants are on modified gross and believe that they are not financially responsible for the repairs needed in their space because it was not their fault. 

Here’s the context:I own a rural property with two rental units:A manufactured home from the 1980s in temporary status with the county (meaning it can’t be replaced), which currently rents for $1,350 per month.A one-bedroom permanent residence that rents for $1,300 per month.My monthly mortgage payment is approximately $1,200, and cash flow is crucial to me right now.

Plus, how are all these changes going to fit with the existing rules and regs?

If you are on a tight budget, a high quality sheet vinyl is also decent.

Now, my properties are near the top end of what you can afford and still qualify for Section 8...

Better off investing in Indian RE till your visa issues are sorted out.

Typically, there are attorney services in your state that only charge a couple hundred dollars to form an entity.

If you are going to have trouble with sub to, it will from your insurance company, so I'd tread lightly for sure.