When I purchased my property, I had read all the exciting developments in the works...indoor waterpark, shops, new hotels, restaurants, etc., but was severely disappointed when I went recently with my family. 

Then you can read a more in-depth book like The Book On Rental Property Investing by Brandon Turner or The Unofficial Guide to Real Estate Investing by Spencer Strauss.2.

I always look forward to reading the PS response.

Id need to read up on this last part to confirm, but that's what im drawing from memory at the moment.

I'm already a Pro Stessa member and am slightly confused after reading through all of the comments here what exactly would be included on Stessa if I go Pro with BP.

As you read these books, watch the BiggerPockets podcasts.

This planning phase at the beginning does not seem to be emphasized enough.As I read other people's investment stories and talk with other real estate investors, I have noticed that some seem to have unrealistic expectations about real estate investing.

But definitely something I will read up on in case I come across an opportunity that might be useful with.yes, please DM me the full list of Chicago meet ups!

You should read my newsletters.

Totally get it, and if I were reading that prospectus it would be an interesting and moderately helpful footnote, but it wouldn't be the foundation of what we'd be considering.