Take a deeper dive into online records, court filings, and social media, and knock on doors to see if any neighbors know where they ended up.2.

It’s awesome that you’re diving into the investing side, and your relocation experience will definitely add value.

I like using a mix to compare numbers before diving deeper.

I'll be happy to get on the phone with you and dive deeper in your particular case.Now, for all the rest of the people who already read or will read your post in the future, I want to give more context so they will be able to consider arguments from both sides.1st thing you mentioned is $1k minimum deposit.

Hoping to learn from real stories here before diving deeper.On one of my first note deals I overpaid for a low single digit interest rate loan.

Stick around for the next one as we dive deeper into the numbers that keep your portfolio strong and scalable.

Don’t hesitate to reach out if you want to dive deeper into strategy or funding along the way.

They’re a reflection of stewardship and wisdom in how you manage investor capital and build for the future.If you want to dive deeper into how we’re structuring reserves in today’s deals, feel free to reach out.Let’s keep building wisely,-Eric Nelson

There’s a ton of opportunity in those suburbs depending on what you’re optimizing for: Hanover Park and Elk Grove tend to offer stronger cash flow, while places like Morton Grove or Niles lean more toward appreciation and stability.If you’re open to both long-term and mid-term rentals, you’re in a great spot, the northwest suburbs have solid tenant demand from hospitals, corporate relocations, and families looking for good schools.Happy to chat anytime about investment strategy, rent comps, or local submarket data if you want a deeper dive.

@Eli Gosnell there is likely some specific forums for each of your questions if you want to dive deeper but in general looking back I think I was so so so afraid of maintenance things and major issues coming up, and the reality is, even with every precaution they will happen and come up, and even the major ones (water line break into a basement) end up not being that big of a deal in the grand scheme of things.