Web sites that have been making recommendations for years suddenly claim it is AI.

Leverage Market DataUse data-driven approaches to adjust your offer strategy: Comparative Market Analysis (CMA): Constantly analyze comparable properties in your target area to understand market trends, price points, and days on market.

If the garage isn’t being used, turning it into a dedicated game room should add some value particularly if you are targeting families or larger parties.

Boom, you are now a real estate investor.Oh and definitely build a corporate web of at least 5 layers of shell companies before you even begin thinking about buying a property.  

@Sam Peterson You can utilize different online companies (web, phone apps, etc.) for this but if you're new to REI you could gain traction by making your own.

The last big name that I knew that went up to 80% on anything was CIVIC and they are not doing new loans as of last week. 75% is seemingly a good target on a cash out refi for a DSCR loan, assuming credit is good and the property cash flows well. 

Once you know who your tenants will be, you can answer the property question on several levels, not only SF vs MF, but also location, size, features etcIf you design a car, you start by thinking about your target audience and what they want.

I have targeted Houston Texas ( Harris county), but the competition is extra ordinary.

This is a moving target, REI. 

Here’s our OPINION for the Metro Detroit market (use as a template for your target area!)