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I just don’t see where the profit comes from.In some cases, it even seems better to just rent a place rather than buy one and try to resell it a few years later.Is this situation going to stay like this forever, or can we expect things to improve in terms of cash flow?

Could be anything —• A screening question you added• A maintenance workflow that saved you headaches• A tool/software feature you discovered• Something you implemented with tenants that reduced calls• Or even just something simple that improved your sanity 😅I’ll start: For me, adding a required “hold fee” for out-of-state applicants dramatically cut down on last-minute drop-offs.

The liquor license is a transferable asset being purchased in a depressed market, and the sprinkler and hood upgrades increased occupancy from 84 to 112—a meaningful long-term improvement.

Chicago has a lot of older housing stock, so finding something slightly under market and improving it is one of the best ways to increase cash flow and build equity quickly.But I also agree with @John Clark on the southwest side of Chicago (that's where my properties are at) + NWI has some great options, too.

Make your improvements with “tenant-proofing” in mind so that it will make a good low maintenance rental when you move out.  

For those who truly want to come into the communities and improve the neighborhood  they find that urban governments are rolling out the red carpet.I would love to know what others think on this topic?   

Treat “potential rent” as noise.If it’s not rented today, and if the housing authority hasn’t approved it, it’s not real.We only use:• Current rent (if occupied)• Verified Section 8 payment standard for THAT bedroom countNot “after you add a wall.”Not “after a full rehab.”Not “after the market improves.”2.

Reserves for capital improvements are normally 10% but it really depends on the life expectancy of those items for any given property.

Is there anything I can improve on?