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All Forum Posts by: Vishal Didwania

Vishal Didwania has started 5 posts and replied 24 times.

Post: Property Analysis Help South Side Chicago

Vishal DidwaniaPosted
  • Chicago, IL
  • Posts 25
  • Votes 3

Hi all, I recently received a deal on a  property on the south side of Chicago in Woodlawn neighborhood that is a duplex and in good shape. 

2 flat with 3 bed/1bath and 2 bed/1bath with 2 bed unit vacant (states was hoping to get buyer that would move in and rent other flat) and 3/1 unit rented for $900 currently

Asking price: $150k

Downpayment: $37.5k (25%)

P&I (4%): $528/mo

Property tax: $271/mo

Insurance: $117/mo

PITI: $912/mo

Expense: Snow removal/lawn $50, Yard cleanup $50

Can likely rent out second unit for ~$850/mo but currently vacant - ? should I use this to calculate purchase price?

Income = $900 + $850 = $1750

Expense = $912 + $50 + $50 + 5% vacancy ($87.50) + 5% CapEx ($87.50) - will manage myself = $1187

Closing cost = ? ~7k

Balance = $563

Cap Rate = 4.5%

Cash on Cash = 15%

No repair cost needed likely. Seems like an alright deal although this is assuming the rental of the 2nd unit. What do you guys think?

Post: Referral needed - property manager

Vishal DidwaniaPosted
  • Chicago, IL
  • Posts 25
  • Votes 3

also looking for someone. in the River North region. currently have a small portfolio. Need assistanc to help find a renter, not really a property manager. Any good real estate agent suggestions would be appreciated. Thank you!

Post: Tax Lien Certificate Investing

Vishal DidwaniaPosted
  • Chicago, IL
  • Posts 25
  • Votes 3

There are some great books on Amazon where you can probably get similar information but certainly no hand holding. Has anyone tried used the following site to research certificates: https://taxsalelists.com ?

Post: Needed - Lawyer Recommendation

Vishal DidwaniaPosted
  • Chicago, IL
  • Posts 25
  • Votes 3

Hi everyone, I am a newbie in the Chicago land area and very interested in Real Estate investing. I have been mostly listening to various audiobooks, listening to Biggerpockets Podcasts, and doing as much research as possible. I am also looking for a good real estate attorney in the local Chicago area. I spoke to one about creating an LLC and was quoted a price of $1000 for attorney fees + ~$500 for state fees + a few other miscellaneous fees. I know I can probably create one on my own but I will plan to have to have partners which can get complicated so want it done right. Questions:

1. Is this an appropriate cost? I don't mind paying it if it's right on. More so I'm looking for a good long term relationship with a good attorney

2. Any other recommendations for a good attorney?

Thank you!!

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