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Frank S.
Frank S. | Jan 24 2021, 18:15
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Cost to Clean a Estate Sale in Chicago
Hi there, Any close estimate will be appreciated it. Assume a 3 level unit, 4 bed, 3 bad, level 1 and 2, 1,000 sf., 3rd level, 750 s.f.    What should I assume to have the place emptied by a junk collector?  There are... View more
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Jake Shulman
Jake Shulman | Jan 24 2021, 15:25
What are the best neighborhoods to househack in Chicago?
I am interested in buying a 2 flat/3 flat in Chicago, and I'd like to house hack the property. I'm new to Real Estate, and I don't really know where to begin looking. Any suggestions on which neighborhoods have a lot... View more
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Desalina G.
Desalina G. | Jan 24 2021, 05:54
MultiFamily Live In, Rennovate with Tenants?
Hi BP community.  We are a looking at a few 2 unit properties on the north side. I would owner occupy one unit.  Many of these buildings already have tenants.  I'm hoping you can help me answer a few questions that... View more
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Darius Hoffman
Darius Hoffman | Jan 22 2021, 12:18
Chicago Rear Addition (RS3 Zoning)
Hello - I am seeking some input on building a fairly simple rear addition on a prospective SFH and long-term hold. I want to ensure I'm not overlooking anything prior to making an offer. Most likely it would be an... View more
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Tom Casey
Tom Casey | Jan 22 2021, 09:47
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1031 Exchange: Should I exchange my first property to scale up?
Hey BP Community,I'm a new investor on the north side of Chicago and I am in the final phases of a gut rehab of a condo unit that is my first property. Bought at $155K, $50K rehab, hoping to sell/exchange at ~$215K.... View more
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Marco Lopez
Marco Lopez | Jan 21 2021, 14:34
Chicago Eviction moratorium
So I'm looking into the eviction moratorium for Chicago and from my understanding a landlord can still technically evict tenants if the tenant does not contact the landlord to claim Covid-19 impact with in 5 days of... View more
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Zak Marinko
Zak Marinko | Jan 21 2021, 06:56
Rental Property Investor
Digging into a basement
Does anyone have any referrals for digging into a basement to make the ceiling height acceptable? Any advice or connections in converting a basement into livable space would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!
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Ditron Corker
Ditron Corker | Jan 9 2021, 07:26
Commercial zoning on 2 flat
My wife and I bought a 2-flat last year, and its zoned as commercial (C1-2). Is there any benefit of having this zoning in comparison to residential? 
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Cameron Burnett
Cameron Burnett | Jan 20 2021, 12:39
Looking for a Property Inspector for a second opinon ASAP
Good Morning,Currently in AI for my first property that i plan on househacking in the Avondale Neighborhood. Looking for a second opinon as to why their is a slight lean on this property. The property inspector we used... View more
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Fedor Volkov
Fedor Volkov | Jan 20 2021, 06:01
Tenant-landlord disputes attorney referral
Hi BP Community, Could someone refer a good attorney that handles tenant-landlord disputes in Chicago area? Thank you! 
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Dan Short
Dan Short | Jan 19 2021, 07:19
Waterproofing Garden Units in Old Buildings?
Hi All,I'm under-contract on a 4-flat in Lincoln Square. The basement today is 1/2 garden apartment, 1/2 unfinished common space. The finished part appears to have water / seepage coming from the brick foundation,... View more
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Veronica Calvillo
Veronica Calvillo | Jan 17 2021, 18:38
looking to newtwork with like-minded people
hey community! Looking to network with like-minded people preferably woman since I don't know many women investors.  I have yet to make my first deal and tend to get discouraged so am looking to connect with someone... View more
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Mitchell J.
Mitchell J. | Jan 13 2021, 09:38
Real Estate Investor
Dissolving HOA after purchasing up entire building?
Hi all -I own a condo in a 2 unit building here in Chicago. I have a potential opportunity to buy out my neighbor's unit, which would then give me full ownership of the building. My plan is to purchase the unit with... View more
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Cameron Burnett
Cameron Burnett | Jan 18 2021, 10:29
Crawl space encapsulation recommendations?
Anyone know any crawl space encapsulation contractors that offer that do a good job. Trying to find someone but would rather get recommendations here than a traditionally google search. Thanks! 
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Amir Haq
Amir Haq | Jan 13 2021, 09:06
Rental Property Investor
Help on Siding Project on the North Side
Hello friends!I'm working on a project in Avondale where we just passed all rough inspections for a gut rehab (whoo hoo!).  At the same time, our exterior contractor pretty much disappeared.  We're doing vinyl siding... View more
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Vence Malicdem
Vence Malicdem | Jan 12 2021, 04:39
Chicago Condo Investment
Hello! New here on BP forum. I was just hoping to get some advice regarding buying a Chicago condo as a buy-and-hold investment and a future rental property. I’ve been renting for a while now, and I want to start... View more
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Michael Brown
Michael Brown | Jan 12 2021, 04:37
New to Real Estate
Best Areas for Househacking in Chicago
I'm new to real estate investing and trying to get into owning a Multifamily unit using as little capital as possible. Househacking seems to be very newbie friendly and I'm looking to target a couple of areas in... View more
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Donnie N.
Donnie N. | Jan 11 2021, 09:15
Recommendation for septic inspections?
Hi, anyone have a good recommendation for septic inspections? I'm looking at a property in Will county. Thanks!
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Adam Soyak
Adam Soyak | Jan 10 2021, 07:00
Investor
Looking for GC in South Suburb of Chicago for Flipper
I am currently seeking a Licensed/insured general contractor that can work in the city of New Lenox. I just purchased a SFH that needs rehab work. Repairs are as follows:Kitchen2 BathroomsFlooring throughoutMinor... View more
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Raj David
Raj David | Jan 7 2021, 16:12
Wanted to Install new Vent fans in bathrooms
Hi All, I have 4 unit building in chicago and doesn't have vent fans in bathrooms. I see molds in bathrooms, so planning to install vent fans. Do you have any experiences/suggestions/price estimations. Can you plz... View more
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Mitchell J.
Mitchell J. | Jan 12 2021, 04:42
Real Estate Investor
Water running continuously at multi-unit?
Hi all, I have a water issue for a 3 unit building that I purchased over the summer.  I got a notice from the city that the water has been running continuously.  When the water & trash bill came, the last bill... View more
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Jim Cellini
Jim Cellini | Jan 6 2021, 09:03
2020 Chicago Association of Realtors Lease Form
Does anyone have access to this form they'd be willing to share?  I found the 2019 version very easily but for some reason I can't seem to find the 2020 version on the CARE website.  Thank you for any help!
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Sean McKee
Sean McKee | Jan 5 2021, 08:23
Rental Property Investor
25 Billion in Rental Assistance.
Hello Everyone,I know that Congress just recently passed legislation providing 25 billion in rental assistance. I know this is being given to individual states to disperse. For Illinois specifically, has anyone heard... View more
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Allen B.
Allen B. | Jan 4 2021, 18:43
Investor
Tax adjustments after sale (Chicago area)
Hi, Chicago-area investors,As I move closer to buying my first multifamily, one thing I haven't been able to learn much about is property taxes. Specifically, how are they adjusted after a sale on the open market? My... View more
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Maria Bocanegra
Maria Bocanegra | Jan 4 2021, 04:24
Real Estate Investor
Chicago Coin Laundry questions
Coin Laundry questions! I am considering coin laundry in a multi-unit I am closing on . . . i have several questions I thought I'd source here in one post rather than rummaging thru the forums! New or Used?Buy... View more
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