We talk a lot about leverage, ROI, and scale on here, but not enough about peace of mind.If debt is stealing your sleep, straining your relationships, or affecting your health, is it actually worth it?

Hi Art, I totally understand your frustration—delays at closing can be a real strain, especially when everything else is lined up.

If you're looking for homes that hit the MLS, you ought to be able to strain it down yourself pretty quickly and then perhaps ask your agent to dive deeper into a specific property.

Selling the condo – This could be a smart move, especially if it’s currently causing financial strain and you’re looking to reset.

An electrician said the panel is wired correctly and up to code. 

Selling first removes that stress and helps you move forward without the financial strain.

Your story is a stark reminder of the potential pitfalls of property management and the importance of thorough due diligence.It sounds like you were dealing with a nightmare scenario, and it's understandable that you feel frustrated with the lack of support from local authorities and even some members of the BiggerPockets community.I can only imagine the stress and financial strain you endured.

The Midwest benefits from limited supply—Chicago has just 1,200 Class-A units scheduled for delivery over three years—while construction costs constrain competition elsewhere.Many Midwest deals involve "broken capital stacks"—healthy properties strained by rising rates—creating acquisition opportunities.

And if I make a major mistake and get myself in financial strain, who is to blame other than myself?  

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