[Calc Review] Help me analyze this deal

[Chauncy Gray]

Hello Everyone, 

I am brand new to real estate investing, and I am looking for guidance from investors who have invested in small multi-family properties, as I am analyzing a duplex.  

The duplex was last renovated in 2017, with the exception of the basement. I will find out more information about the exact condition of the property this week following the property tour. I want to share some of the concerns that I have:

1. I analyzed the property tax based (2019) on the information given from the MLS. The question that I have is how much is the property tax going to be in the future, and how can I forecast it?

2. According to the MLS, the property was built in 1893. Although the house was renovated (not a gut rehab, if I am not mistaken), how will I know if there are any foundation issues due to age?

3. I am not able to finance the deal myself, so can I use a hard money lender to make the down payment (20%)? What are some recommended ways to structure the financing? I am also considering forming a partnership. 

4. I do not have any exit strategies, but may I ask what do you recommend? 

I appreciate any advice/guidance that you can provide. Below is the link to the report from the rental property calculator. 

Thank-you very much. 

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*This link comes directly from our calculators, based on information input by the member who posted.

[Mark Ainley]

@Chauncy Gray

Foundation - If an 1893 home I imagine you have Cobblestone for a foundation?  If you see any obvious structural issues I would have a guy out to look but they are $750-$1200 just to look and give feedback.  If you see nothing have your home inspector advise you if you need to take it to the next level of a structural guy.  If you think there is possible structural issues I would just pass on it being one of your first projects.  

Exit strategies - You should measure both ways. If you hold it thru the next 10 years will you cash flow taking into consideration capital improvements that will be required and/or can you sell it for what you have in it if the ARV was to go down a certain percentage do to a market correction. Depending what side of the tracks you are on in Riverdale can be the difference.

Finance - You should talk to Eric Workman at Renovo and he can advise you or point you in the right direction.  I can make an email intro if you send me a PM.

Homes built before 1960 - Cash flow killers in these homes is plumbing not being fully converted to copper and breaks in sewer lines.  Budget to replace galvanized to the meter and spend the $350 to scope the sewer line to the street.  

Suburbs - Make sure you account for the annual rental license fee and inspections by the city in your proforma.