I'm looking into purchasing a rental property in Cook county but i've heard that it is not a very investor friendly area.  As a result, i've been also looking into neighboring counties.  Can anyone share their thought...

Hi all - new to the community here.  My wife and I have been following BP for some time.  We've been very methodical and feel like we've reached the end of our research into real estate investing.  We've decided we're...

I think this is worse than smoking. Prejudice?

What’s your take on the new ordinance that just past for the entire county of cook in Illinois? This could really hurt us small time landlords! Once again Illinois gives MORE power to the tenant, any advice moving for...

I am dealing with a bad contractor who is trying to rip me off.  Now he is threating to file lien on my property.This is in Cook County Illinois - Chicago SuburbHe had verbal agreement with a JV of mine. The relation...

I'm a bit late, but looks like there was a massive property tax increase in Cook County recently (abc7). I'm considering purchasing properties on the south side via a couple turnkeys that I am still vetting, but am qu...

I am looking at a strip mall with almost 12% property tax on Market value (Chicago).  With only two tenants occupying 6 store fronts and each with two years left on the NNN lease With 5 year renewals.  They are both l...

Hi all, I'll be needing legal representation in Cook county:Writing and assigning contractsChoosing among available options in entering into contracts with sellers of land, such as options to purchase landPolishing my...

Hi all, I'll be needing legal representation in Cook county:Writing and assigning contractsChoosing among available options in entering into contracts with sellers of land, such as options to purchase landPolishing my...

Cook county ILI know couple of investors/rehabbers who need short term financing and have free and clear properties. I will prepare a simple loan agreement (and release) that I can record, once they sell the house, I...