Hi all,I'm looking for help with finding a good realtor in the Chicago area who has a history of selling cash flowing 3-4 unit multifamiles....

Hi Robyn,You are looking for:Leanne Eby for payment history but you will want to start withBev RichardsonInspection TechnicianI recommend a phone call to Beverly where you identify yourself and the owner of the property and ask her for the status.

(I know, but it happens) Analyze their credit report and if you feel comfortable, do a background check and make sure their criminal history checks out.

It really depends on a number of variables including age of the home, location, prior claims history, etc.

Purchase credit history.

Need a history of who has been there and look at environmental issues.Code requirements are much tougher on commercial.Verify the lease with the tenant.Get mechanical inspections, electrical and plumbing as well as general condition, commercial HVAC is $$$$$!

My particular tenant had a long history of criminal convictions, property damage and small claims against him (6 to be exact)  and 2 previous evictions.  

They were the only bank operating in Eastern Washington State which I could find to do a HELOC on a non owner occupied property. 

In our state, I doubt a restraining order would prevent the carrying away of basic personalty, but if it is a really heinous person that might do things like strip copper or something and has a bad criminal history, I could see a restraining order being issued.I'd be happy to dig up some case law for my particular state, but I'd warn that it isn't applicable in yours.

@Justin Kane I studied for a year and even had case history, they did not prove I owed the debt but the judge didn't care.