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Updated almost 7 years ago, 12/20/2017
Is it ok to buy a house if the cash on cash is great, but...
What are your thoughts on buying a property that has amazing cash on cash return (30-40%), but doesn't meet the 1-2% rule or any other rule for that matter. Basically, I can buy a Triplex with an FHA Loan at 3.5% down. Property is in pristine condition, so no rehab necessary. Because I'm only putting down around 10k, it makes the cash on cash return very appealing.
Is it ok to pay a bit more if the I'm getting it for practically nothing? It still cash flows about $400/month (after accounting for vacancy, cap ex, and other expenses) but the overall loan is a bit more than I'd typically go for. Thoughts?