I have a 2 flat which needs a new porch but does NOT have current violations. I am working with an architect for plans.  Has anyone replaced a porch and can provide any advice regarding meeting Chicago's strict requir...

Hi BP Chicago - I would like to have a garage built in the backyard of my Bronzeville SFH. Concreate slab would need to be redone. Any suggestions on who to contact or additional considerations? Thank you!

Hello everyone my name is Brandon. I am currently in the early stages of finding a house hack property in the Chicagoland area. I have already been in contact with a lender and agent through connections that I met thr...

I'm in the process of purchasing a two unit building on the south side of Chicago. Can anyone refer a reliable trustworthy property management company to me? 

Does anything know how I can access historical zoning maps for Chicago? I have a two flat in an area currently zoned R2 (two flats are prohibited in this area) however the code allows legal non-conforming uses to cont...

Hello all my fellow BPers,

I am looking for wholesalers in the Chicago area who wouldn’t mind connecting with me and answering several questions about wholesaling. I know a few investors personally and also individua...

Investment Info:

Small multi-family (2-4 units) fix & flip investment.

Purchase price: $190,000

Cash invested: $168,791

Sale price: $490,000

Chicago Wood lawn neighborhood fix and flip. Purch...

Investment Info:

Small multi-family (2-4 units) fix & flip investment in Chicago.

Purchase price: $675,000

Cash invested: $120,000

Sale price: $1,090,000

I purchased a two-unit property in th...

Anyone have good recommendations for a property manager in Chicago?

Hi all,Looking for an architect to draw up plans for a gut renovation of a coach house. If anyone has recommendations, that would be greatly appreciated. Please note I am looking for flat-fee architects, not % of buil...