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Joe Fornasiero
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$495/mo in cashflow. Am I missing anything?

Joe Fornasiero
  • Investor
  • Brighton, MI
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I've recently found a duplex that I'm interested in purchasing the list price is $69,000 but I believe I could purchase the property for $60,000. Current rents at $600 per unit totaling $1200/mo. The tenants are up to date on rent payment and have both lived in the property for 5 years. The home was built in 1925. I was informed that all systems (electrical, plumbing, etc) are up to code and the home is in good condition. The home is in a B/C class neighborhood 1 mile away from a very large employer and 3 miles from a college campus. Based on the 50% rule I would cashflow $375/mo with PM and $495/mo if I self manage. (20% down) Does the maintenance percentage change with an older home like this? I want to make sure I'm evaluating the property properly.

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Justin Tahilramani
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Justin Tahilramani
  • Rental Property Investor
  • Fayetteville, NC
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@Joe Fornasiero- You stated that the HVAC was replaced about 10 years ago, which means that you should be expecting to replace them within the next 1-3 years. Sure - they may last 5-7 more years, but you always have to plan for Murply. Two HVAC's will easily set you back 8-12k.

How does the roof look? Thats another big ticket item. 

Also, 187/month on taxes seems really high - is that correct?

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