There are not many apt lenders in this economy. Banks used to be apt lenders, but now, not so much.

Sorry. I actually mean a small landlord like owning a townhouse then leasing it to make some monthly income. There are still alot foreclosure around, we as architects have advantage to get it repaired.

You mean an apt. landlord right? There are hordes of foreclosures abound, but unless you have loads of cash on hand, good luck getting a loan from a bank to purchase and rehab for resale or rental. Where are you located?

Chicago.

Same here. How bout this awesome Chicago economy eh? Best advice I can give you is to join some real investment clubs around the city, (google is your friend after all) , and pick up some info. Maybe I'll bump into you at one.