I've always had good luck with Furnished Finder (but in the Denver market).

Based on your experience, in general, what is the rational or the steps in getting into a new market.

I am a real estate agent in the Columbia,SC market, but I actually starting investing 2 years prior first.

@Peter TrifanI would reach out to as many brokers and property management companies in your market for recommendations.

My main questions would be: how long does the entire process take from applying to actually having possible tenants to start picking from, and how do they determine exact amount for rent (the amounts listed on the housing authority site seem way higher than market rent, I’m wondering if I will actually get those numbers or not)any other general tips or advice is also appreciated!

Not sure if I should stay in the Chicago market or Invest out of state in a more land lord friendly state?

I have also bought and developed lots and sold to builders..

It's sell, take the 100k profit, your at 360k in the bank, VTSAX or money market and chill for a bit, see how this market/economy thing plays out, rates have to come down no one can afford at these rates, then maybe look to refi and get the rate under 5%.Also something to think about.....

If you’re looking for the best markets, Ohio is worth a look.

That is starting to change, and the larger housing developments are starting to move in.