The design aspect is fun too—you can get really creative with how you furnish spaces depending on your tenants' preferences.That said, it’s definitely more on the lighthearted and quirky side, so don’t expect hardcore realism.

Side note; if you google 46218 the only photo that shows up is a gross water damaged basement. 

The creative side of STRs is definitely a fun challenge, especially when you can make it a reflection of your own vision.

In addition- if it's not working and the tenant takes legal action, the judge certainly isn't going to be on your side when you tell them a flooring contractor said it was warm in the house.This game is all about mitigating your risk by being proactive.

If you're dead set on BRRRR, focus on areas like Linden, Hilltop, and parts of the South Side - but make sure you really understand the micro-markets there.

As a builder and developer in Chicago, I've been on both sides of the 'GC equation' - working with GCs and being the GC ourselves.

I know some zip codes in my area that one part is a very high class neighborhood and house are over 1 million while on the other side of the zip code is low class and house are going for 80k? 

Typically they have a side entrance that leads to the basement which can be easily split up with a door/wall.

Great tools that get updated regularly.I am on the lending side of things and would be happy to hop on a call with you anytime to discuss financial strategies and help answer any questions you may have about nearly any loan product available to help you on your journey, even if they are not products my capital partners offer.We are all here to help you learn and grow.

Cash deal, Agent on buyers side.