Looking for a knowledgeable real estate attorney in Chicago; our office really doesn't have an attorney officially so can anyone give me a few recommendations?

There's so much information on here, and a number of people happy to share their knowledge, so snoop around, and ask questions.

My goal is to keep rehab costs under 8K ball park - if it needs more then that I dont want to bother.With limited rehab knowledge - what is the best way to go about inspecting these properties.

Be sure to set up some Keyword Alerts for keywords you are knowledgable on, so you can jump into those conversations and offer advice.

I was already thinking about doing the weekend seminars, but I did not think to use that knowledge to monetize the skills I will need when I purchase my first flip.

Now imagine the tenant not fixing it due to lack of knowledge and/or money.

Use other people's knowledge.

For you, if you do development and new construction, perhaps just a blog showcasing your knowledge would be helpful.

That way, he gets the commission and you get the knowledge you need to be able to do it yourself the next time.Another alternative is to agree to give him 50% of your next 5 listings, with you as the co-agent.

Do you have some inside knowledge about it or something?