Congrats on the new job. 

Same for 2-years of job/income stability.Tenant Default: 10-20% probability of eviction or early lease termination.Section 8: Class C rents usually meet program requirements, proper screening still recommended.Vacancies: 10-20%, depending on market conditions and tenant screening.Cashflow vs Appreciation: Should cashflow immediately, at the lower end of relative rent & value appreciation.Class D Properties:Tenant Pool: Majority of FICO scores under 560, little to no good tradelines, lots of collections & chargeoffs, but should have no convictions/evictions in last 12 months.

This has been a costly lesson in over-improving and navigating Park Ridge’s strict codes (2021 International Building Code, local amendments).

Otherwise, they just wait for a better market.You always have some people how HAVE to sell for everyday reasons like a new job or a divorce and they will lower the price until that happens.

I've already switched management companies but I'm not really seeing much improvement. 

I am in a tech job that pays well and funds the down payment and mortgage very well. 

IBM, meanwhile, laid the foundation for a culture of technological progress that continues to influence the area.These legacies created a foundation for community growth, infrastructure, and skilled labor—factors that are once again proving beneficial as new industries move in.Revitalization of Washington AvenueWashington Avenue, a central corridor in the village, is undergoing streetscape improvements and urban upgrades.

I'm not far enough in my biggerpockets adventure to go near an auction. What do y'all think? I know there are some alternatives you can offer. How can I find out how much they're behind?https://www.auction.com/details...

So my job is to keep the lead funnel full enough to get the number of deals I want on the terms I want.I really don't see any reason to make seller financing any more complicated than that.

With 2 good paying jobs you should be able to save sufficient money to invest in real estate.