There is no true "science" to it and it is a bit of an art, but to answer your question, you are doing all the right things, and I would not let 2 rentals that have been on for a long time stop you. 

Obviously we still need to discuss and get more information to try and determine its true valuation, etc...., but we thought initially it would be best to offer a cash down amount($20,000) and then offer a percentage of revenue over a three year time frame. (50% of management fees collected: yr1, 30%: yr2, 20%: yr3) until the balance of the "acquisition" price was met.Again I know I've left out a lot of info but this was just to hear some ideas or previous experiences.Some generals:Approx. 100 doorsMost are 2yr leasesMost are long term clients of the current companyAverage rent of $2300Thanks in advance and have a great weekend! 

Goes with the job, I live and work in the territory I work in.The following things I believe to be true: you could definitely do this; you will definitely take on more risk.Food for thought: building a strong network of folks you trust would be a must.

That sounds too good to be true.

This is especially true when only putting down 5%What is unfortunate with the 5% conventional program is that you get hit from 2 sides:1.

Big difference It’s like seeing an ad pop up on google that says Google sponsored ad - it doesn’t mean Google recommends them it means they are paying GoogleThe same holds true for self directed ira custodians and others who may have on their website some names “sponsors” - a sponsor isan organization that pays a fee in return for advertising.

This is way more true than is readily apparent.

@Sovat C.The live tax free part is not true.

Is that true?

@Jonathan Greene this is very true.