I'm looking at Duluth MN because of a video posted on BP, but I recognize this is an opportunity most would dream of, because it's one I've often dreamed ofWell now it's in my lap, and the pressure is on.Hit me with your scenarios, what would you buy?

Expect to see more brokerages reduce their fees for listing real estate as they move towards fee models that not only recognizes but accounts for the role technology plays.

I think that 1031 investors are savvy investors who recognize that it's not very realistic to think that you should be able to sell your property for top dollar and buy your replacement property from the bargain bin.  

If you consistently analyze properties, recognizing a good deal will be much easier when it shows up.

Call it nicely it’s market inefficiency but recognize that Chicago historically is a very segregated city.  

However, recognize there are challenges placing tenants at this time of the year.good luck

Not saying it cannot be done but be aware that these programs I have heard good things about but also recognize timing and you may have a great education but bad time to implement

Go with a hard money lender in that scenario - but also recognize you need to have some $.

So Nathan, is it also the tenant's fault for not recognizing that caulking and grout is missing which led to the leak in the first place?

If you consistently analyze properties, recognizing a good deal will be much easier when it shows up.