I would evaluate the decision to add a balcony based on economics and the ability to attract good tenants alone.

You buy it based on its current cash flow.

In the beginning stages of organizing a Schaumburg based meet up.

If you sign up for the free trial they will automatically charge you for a subscription (usually around $1100) and they will refuse to issue refunds or close an account.

I really do value your opinions and appreciate any feedback you can offer. 

I realized that Deal Machine now offers free skiptracing with the pro subscription.

She's been renting it for $2,800/month and the condo has a $600 monthly HOA.I want to offer her $350,000 for the condo (its a fair price for it), 5% down payment ($17,500) and pay her monthly $2,000 for 3 years, after which I would refinance and pay her out.

I was given the impression that it was a special deal for us, but as I read the engagement letter, the money back guarantee was a standard language, offering clients 30-day money back guarantee. 

@Erica Calella, take this with a grain of salt because this is based on my limited experience in the area. 

It seems the post was meant as a joke, The real joke, Bob, is how many people have contacted me directly with offers to invest this money with them.