Birmingham, Tuscaloosa, Montgomery, etc.) feature similarly affordable properties that command good cash flow.Alabama also has one of the lowest property tax rates in the country (about 0.4% of property value).

@Nia Booker-  thanks ...fyi - consider  conventional as well as down payment can be the same  ( or better )   plus you can  avoid the  large  upfront FHA mortgage insurance premium ( UFMIP)  plus  avoid needing the mortgage insurance to be permanent ...FHA rates might be slightly better but might not be that much to make up for the large  UFMIP fee 

Does anyone have a recent reassessment in Bay Area, given the high purchase prices, that place land at such a premium???

Agreed, wanted something to get started on (not to mention that so many websites rate these background check portal and by the time I test them, they fizzle in features/functionality.

I added a 25% premium compared to comps in the area because of that.I have had 0 applications or contacts.Wanted to have a second opinion on my listing see if I'm missing something.https://www.zillow.com/homes/22139-Cressmont-Pl-Boca-Raton,-...Thank you

Additionally, I modernized the interior and upgraded key features, ensuring the property not only looked better but also met the needs of tenants.

Most Ins Co's give discounts on the Premiums after a new roof is installed, even if just for a little while.BUT, if $ is an issue ... getting a "partial" roof shouldn't be a problem. 

Otherwise the background check features, having a pre-set but editable application, direct deposit, rent reminders to my tenants, and automatically adds late payment fees (should that be needed). 

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My FAVORITE strategy for those looking to house hack right now 👇 Small multifamily and homes with basement apartments sell at a premium right now (Especially in UTAH).