It’s worth continuing to shop around or even speaking with a mortgage broker who can connect you with a lender who might be more flexible with these terms.Also, keep in mind that every lender has different guidelines, so it may take a bit of persistence to find one that aligns with your needs.

Does anyone have any actual data on the return on this component (previous appraisals, paired sales analysis, comparison on new construction with/without rooftop decks)? 

You need to really understand the risks and align yourself with smart people/teams that aren't just looking to take advantage of your ignorance.

These are just suggestions - find some overlap between your interests and your natural talents, and then figure out where that aligns in the market. 

It might be worth doing a bit more research to compare these markets to find one that aligns with your goals.Working with a Broker:It’s okay to feel pressure when working with a broker, especially if it’s your first time.

I think, in general, unless you're an extremely high W2 earner just looking to get into real estate for tax purposes, buying for cash flow gives you the durability to weather market fluctuations as you're never in a position where your back is against the wall and you need to sell... unless you have debt coming due.Now, that being said, if the true cash flow, after allocating for all expenses, vacancy, maintenance, capex, etc. is in the black, then I think taking a 5% CoC return in an appreciating market isn't a bad move, especially if there is a component of value-add. 

This deal, valued at over €200 million, positions TPG to take advantage of Ireland’s robust housing demand, especially in the greater Dublin area where Quintain’s land bank could produce up to 7,700 new units.France: Quick Office Lease-Up at Paris Mixed-Use ComplexIn France, the office component of the Emblem complex near Paris is quickly filling up.

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I’d be happy to share more about what’s working here, and we could explore if this market aligns with your long-term goals.Feel free to reach out if you want to dive deeper into what the Indy market has to offer.

However, the GC I hired was wildly incompetent so they missed critical components like the HVAC, we had to redo the sewer drain to the house, holding costs delays … you name it.