If it doesn't work out and you lose your deposit, you should have learned a lot in the process, met a lot of people and are better prepared for the next deal to come your way.Anish

Hi Nick Andrews I went through the same decision-making process for my first rental.

It's also apparent we need to improve our tenant interview process.

I am in the process of closing on a 5-unit property in Pilsen/Heart of Chicago very close to Harrison Park.After closing, I will need property management to manage the building. 

I have used several title companies and have the following requirements:  1) easy to work with, 2) make me a priority and move the process efficiently, 3) good communication, 4) competitive fees, and 5) mobile close service.If you are military or have someone in the direct family who is/was you might consider One Nation Title (formerly First Republic). 

The idea of having a small-footprint is appealing and live/work/play developments are very appealing.This is very general of course, and you know your market, but think through the process... who's renting the apartments?

I feel as though upon coming back they will frown upon our hiatus, and it will prolong the approval process for a loan.

I'm newbie,  I made a offer on a short sale then I found out that the process could take very long, so I decided to look for another property, as a first timer, should I leave that short sale offer open and and start another property?

For the most part after reading quite a bit of forum post, listening to Podcasts, reading blog post, and a few articles I'm familiar with the process.

I'm very green at this and I am in the process of submitting an offer on my 1st probate deal so forgive my innocence if this question sound very mundane.