I’m passionate, hardworking, and eager to dive into creative financing opportunities and learn from those who’ve walked this path successfully.If you’re someone who enjoys teaching, partnering, or sharing insights, I’d love to hear from you!

However those that are .. i see this stuff as fine tuning  and there is network opportunities for those doing deals.. but it cant be Hey I am just a beginner and i have no real capital and just because i am part of the club you should do deals and include me.. does not work that way. 

That might include things like adding units, converting commercial space to residential, or finding ways to boost income (like adding parking).The key is recognizing opportunities while walking the property, and that takes experience.

That is often a matter of opinion and will depend on the attitude of your municipality.Most municipalities do not require neighborhood approval, but will offer the public opportunities to provide input which will be considered.

Keep in mind rents also went up and opportunities to refinance were also available - elevating that figure. 

I’ve had to widen my search radius to smaller suburbs or target properties needing light cosmetic work to make the numbers work.Value-add opportunities: Adding amenities tenants love, like finished basements or upgraded kitchens, seems to justify rent premiums in this market.Navigating the competition:Be creative with financing: Seller financing or partnering with other investors has been helpful to secure deals when conventional offers didn’t cut it.Work with local agents and wholesalers: They often have their finger on the pulse of off-market opportunities, which is critical in a hot market.For those new to suburban Chicago investing, I’d say the key is finding the “sweet spot” neighborhoods—ones on the rise but not yet maxed out in price.

Bonus 4: develop a list of questions you want to get answers to before you do any opportunity.

You love the house and there is a likely opportunity that you may be moving back to the Austin area.  

Plenty of opportunities to make $, loose $, stagnate and everywhere in between.

Anyone have experience putting these kinds of opportunities in front of investors?