Im familar with this property as I invest in this area.In fact, I even gave them a nice low ball offer that they didnt take :-)Its in solid condition, what types of violations are on the report (Link didn't work for me)No seller I know will fix violations, they are a pain and Chicago is very complex when it comes to permits and the building department.  

I know we are in a tough market but I have a good friend who is a real estate investor and he is willing to help me kind of get the ball rolling.

I will definitely aim for the same time frame to get the ball rolling!

This is more than a little frustrating. 2 months in and STILL no deal. this sucks monkey balls man!

I'm working on building my database of plumbers, electricians, roofers, etc, but am looking for a ball park number.

So, low ball estimates for repairs are around $25000.00.

Or maybe he's just not really interested in playing ball.

Don't let anybody convince you otherwise.You will make a ton more money if you can keep all the balls juggling in the air with what potentially for some, maybe not you, but for some as the past has shown is a house of cards.

First thing I check is if HOA has insurance policy..the rest is easy. what you are talking about is buying foreclosure off MLS. what I am talking about is buying on judicial sale - totally different ball game. 

Even if I don't partner with her due to her illness, I want get the ball rolling by using my honeywell stock.