As someone who started their investment career house hacking it can be absolutely helpful to me being able to afford a home. 

It was refreshing to work with someone who understands investors and has a variety of loan products available for more complicated financing. 

I've found it very easy to use and helping with keeping everything organized.Might be worth you looking into if you want access to something that's affordable ($5/month per unit; if you have 5+ units the pricing is lower and customizable).

Segment your buyer list by buy box and only blast to those who actually buy that product.

One strategy worth considering is out-of-state investing in more affordable, cash-flowing markets.

All you need is a product that is easy to use and reference.

Even with all that growth, it’s still affordable and you can find properties in the $120–180K range that hit the 1% rule and cash flow well, which is a big contrast to LA.

But in this city, your financing strategy can make or break your deal.Here’s what investors should know about buying, selling, and financing property in Chicago right now.Why Chicago Remains a Strong Market for Real Estate InvestorsChicago offers a combination you rarely find in other major metros:• Affordable entry points• Strong rental demand• Older properties with consistent value-add potential• Diverse neighborhoods suited for nearly every investment strategy• Appraisal upside in revitalizing areasNeighborhoods like Avondale, Bronzeville, North Center, Uptown, Albany Park, Portage Park, and Rogers Park continue to offer a mix of appreciation + cash flow opportunities.Financing Determines Your Strategy — Here Are the Top Programs Investors Use:1.

Do you keep a flat basis point payout across both products, or scale it depending on the loan type?

I would say my product is on the nicer side for the area. 255k sounds reasonable for an appraisal.