Rent Per Unit $‎650 $‎700 Other Income $‎750 $‎800 Less Vacancy $‎(3,120) $‎(3,360) Operating Expenses $‎18,790 $‎19,809 Repairs $‎4,000 $‎4,200 Capital Expenses $‎2,000 $‎2,100 Landscaping $‎1,500 $‎1,575 Utilities Vacant Units $‎288 $‎302 Property Taxes $‎6,000 $‎6,300 Insurance $‎1,500 $‎1,575 Management $‎3,002 $‎3,232 Other $‎500 $‎525 Net Operating Income $‎41,241 $‎44,831 Financing Expenses $‎22,224 $‎22,224 Cashflow $‎19,017 $‎22,607 Down Payment $‎21,000 $‎21,000 Cash on Cash Return 90.55% 107.65% Keep in mind, this return doesn't even include the principle pay down on the loans.

@Apurv Asthana I usually keep high deductibles and low premiums on all my policies since I wouldn't file a claim unless absolutely necessary...usually I can get things repair at good pricing. 

They're definitely ahead of the curve, but Northwest Arkansas has very little red-tape when it comes to building.

Knowing exactly what’s happening with the duplex—rents, repairs, tenant feedback—can help you catch issues early and save time, stress, and money in the long run.

Power washing the exterior, repairing the driveway, and painting the front doorWhat was the outcome?

A strong agent who invests can help analyze deals, run comps, get rents, help you explore multiple investing strategies, strategize offers and negotiate best prices/concessions/ repairs. 

Power washing the exterior, repairing the driveway, and painting the front door.

Here’s to many more milestones ahead!

Personally I do not like providing appliances for tenants as the repairs and headaches start adding up.

You may be profitable, but I'd prefer to avoid the possibility of having to do unnecessary repairs or not holding my tenants accountable for damage when I know their actions might have caused any unforeseen damage.