When he sold it was basically a wash, less the cash-flow collected.

you're "out of pocket" those costs, plus maybe a month of vacancy.my point - you're basically always out of pocket on a rental. sometimes the rent more than covers everything, other times it doesn't. 

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I believe that doing cabins now I can basically do the same thing that took me 15 years to do in houses in terms of growing a portfolio worth 10 to 12 million to where I'll owe 7 to 8 million (3 to 4 million in equity/net worth) that will net about 150k to 200k a year.   

Basically whatever you can. 

Basically where I have been getting the info from is the only place to get the newest info.

But the more property you buy the higher the likelihood of being involved in a situation where asset protection above basic liability insurance can SAVE YOUR A_ _ !

She bought a condo with lower-than-average dues, but a few months in, the HOA announced a special assessment for roof repairs.

My units don't come with refrigerators but for $25 a month more I will supply a basic unit.  19 cubic foot, no icemaker, no water in door, etc.

The area of Philly is considered one of the safest but it’s very basic furnishings and amenities.