For operating risk, a common starting point is three to six months of fixed expenses at the property level—property taxes, insurance, utilities you’re responsible for, management, and a prudent maintenance buffer.

Would love to hear more about:-How you navigate IL licensing/zoning for smaller homes-Your staffing model + care levels (memory care?)

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@Nick Grassi  decide on your deal level to narrow the discussion. 

@Anita Kollory as far as returns, it all depends on what type of loan you'd be getting, your comfort level of buying locations, how much you're approved of, and several other factors.

The success demonstrates how Partner Driven’s model works for partners at every level of experience.

Charlotte’s been strong overall with steady population and job growth driving rental demand, but appreciation has cooled to more moderate levels 2–4% range  compared to a few years back.

For long-term rental investment, consider cities with strong income levels and reasonable housing costs, such as New Brunswick.I''m sure you'll find many investor friendly real estate agents here in BP, that would be more than happy to help navigate the market.

Are your rents still going up like ours, or have things leveled off?

@Denise CarringerMy preference is to go local - some community banks offer this type of service or local escrow companies, which is what I found, because they offer a higher level of service than most national.