Starting off, you don't really need a team, find a good attorney to get you started and a title company with a good reputation.

What parts of Chicago are you exploring?

Something is fishy with your "great" contractor, all "reputable" contractors have at aminimum commercial general liability and worker's compensation liability insurance.

My advice is to explore all the types of real estate investing.

It's something else that I'm exploring. 

Managing a flip long-distance would be extremely difficult unless you work with a reputable partner.

Have fun exploring this great medium!

Hello! My name is Ken Burtner. I work in Brooklyn, NY at DWELL Residential. I am looking for creative ways to grow my business and strive for a bright 2016!

I recently graduate from UTSA with my BBA in Real Estate Finance & Development, and am seeking to expand my knowledge with a reputable company that offers training and support for recent graduates who have not gotten their feet wet yet. 

We have several properties here and are doing well, but above paragraph makes me gun-shy about continuing investing.I do drive by addresses and give opinions and answer questions if you'd like to explore it.