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You secure valuable tax benefits that further improve your overall return.Why This Approach Wins Over TimeWith an assumable mortgage, your money is working smarter, not harder.

Rookie investors often over-improve properties as if they were living in them, which only hurts the bottom line.

If you’re looking for class A or B properties I would look at Minooka/Channahon with all the improvements that are planned in that area in the next few years. 

They might have ideas for credit improvements, debt pay downs, etc to help you get there in 2 years time. 

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The 4-bed unit offers $400 more per month in rent, which can improve cash flow, but may have a smaller tenant pool since larger families or roommates typically rent these.

That tells me the bigger issue might not be just the yard, but overall curb appeal or pricing.More Cost-Effective FixesInstead of a full sprinkler system, here are some budget-friendly ways to improve the yard without draining your wallet:•Fresh Mulch & Gravel: Super cheap, easy to DIY, and instantly makes the space look intentional, even if the grass isn’t perfect.

You’re talking about paying $1.6M, adding $100-200k in improvements to make it worth $1.9?