Inspectors told us that we need to install 4 fire rated windows by the fire escape because the property is commercial...where can I get affordable fire rated windows / glass?

Speed of a decent return and our focus is flips of affordable housing.

We have a serious shortage of rental units in this state, especially affordable ones, and I can't help but feel like this bill would do a great job of pushing investors toward other states if this bill is passed.

@Nicholas HoffmanI purchased my first property (a duplex), lived in it for 2 years, then moved closer to Boston and started renting again while continuing to own the duplex/invest in areas where real estate is more affordable.

If they could instead pay $1,000 for first month's rent and a $15 monthly fee, suddenly it's affordable for a lot more people.

Well, I'm going to guess you will find more affordable starter-investments in Kenosha than you will in Chicagoland or, do you just prefer to drive north instead of south!!!

For example, someone might buy a property that E5 and above to afford while someone else focuses on the higher end of the market..say senior enlisted and officer grades. 

I'm also able to afford a much more expensive property by paying less out of pocket.Prices are at a point where it would make it hard (not impossible) to find a property that cash flows with a VA loan (no money down).

You'd probably be able to afford upgrading your primary residence and owning a small vacation rental somewhere, now throw in some extra income from that vacation rental and you should be in pretty good shape. 

She wasn't going to be back for two more months (traveling nurse) and couldn't afford to pay the rent.