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Hello, Newbie here. Just have 1 unit /condo in chicago loop, that is now available for renting. Hence I dont use a property manager/management company for this unitPosted on Zillow , total of 6 applicants. 2 very in...
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I'm at the point where, for my protection, I need to establish LLCs and make sure they're in my living trust. In order to figure out the costs of doing this in IL (where all my current and future properties are/will b...
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Whats a great way to find out sales and closing costs before you buy a property? I have calcs to use but how do I get tighter numbers?
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If a home was previusly owned and lived in by a famous person, does it add much value? In suburban chicago, if you bought a home owned by a famous gangster, politician, or businessman, does it add much value? In Oak...
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I am looking to identify my next investment strategy to acquire another 3 or 4-unit property. I would like thoughts on what makes sense based on my situation.
Current Properties:
1.) 4-unit purchase in 2021 using m...
Alan Corey has had an interesting career to say the least. He’s been an IT worker, a comedian, an author, a real estate investor, and even a reality TV star. Alan has always been fascinated with making passive income ...
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Recently posted a 3 bedroom completely renovated apartment on Zillow, Craigslist, Domu and Apartments.com. The apartment is in a good area of Chicago.I've gotten nothing but awful applicants despite being very clear i...
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Why would a real estate investor want to buy the mortgage note on a home where the owner cannot make the mortgage payment? At first, the investor wanted to purchase the short sale home to repair and sell. Now, he me...
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How do I go about building my team of a Lender, RE Agent/Broker, Property manager, Project Manager, Attorney, etc.? How did you go about building your team? Best interview questions? Especially if you are investing fr...