Hello, New to real estate investing in the Chicago land area (I live in Joliet). My primary goal is to learn for now. I'm interested in learning buy & hold and whole sale.thanks,Henry

It's also a detriment, as most appraisers tend to be conservative by nature, leading to "analysis paralysis".

Naturally, higher return, higher risk.

My older brain has problems absorbing what comes naturally to those who are far more experienced than I am. 

Hi Ed,The stuff you will need to learn will definitely come naturally with experience.

As I read and get involved more I may naturally have more questions and comments.

 I agree with @Colleen F. couple of them look a little deep, but the boards do not have to be replaced, a little sanding and refinishing will do just fine, there is no stain on the floors so they are just natural wood. or you can approach your landlord, tell him your sorry and that you have had opinions that the scratches can be fixed and offer him a couple bucks towards it, he was nice enough not to collect a security deposit from you.

I really appreciate all the messages and I had a great birthday for all that are interested.You guys rock!

My name is Rowan Ledbetter from Little Rock, AR.

I live in Broomfield work in downtown Denver(RiNo) district and am interested in areas all around the metro area including some of the outer lying areas, like Castle Rock and Ft.