Came across my desk and I negotiated it the same I negotiate for my occupying buyers, investor buyers and even how I protect the equity of my homeowner sellers when representing the selling side.

This is especially true when you utilize low money down to purchase multifamily.Caution with Out-of-State Investing: Investing out of state entails complexities and reliance on unfamiliar parties, which may pose challenges compared to local investments where you can easily drive to and learn more quickly about.Realistic Assessment of "Cashflow" Markets: While investing in cheaper, cashflow-focused markets out of state is popular, it's important to recognize that the numbers on paper often differ from reality, and success stories may not represent the norm.Manage Expectations: Be wary of overly optimistic narratives and calculations, and ensure your investment decisions are grounded in realistic expectations and thorough research.

It represents a passive investment option for individuals seeking to save money beyond traditional savings accounts, without delving into more complex investment strategies.

Purchase price: $104,000 Cash invested: $20,000 Deal Deep Dive: Strategy: Buy and Hold Mid-Term Rental Buy Box: - Within 15 minutes to a major hospital - Within 10 minutes to a Starbucks (LOL)- At least two bedrooms- Light Rehab Only (paint/floors/decor)How I Found the Deal: '- networking with fellow local agents (I am an agent, for context)How I Negotiated the Deal: - Gave the seller what they were asking for to get in contract- Negotiated seller credit based off inspections - Told the agent who brought me the deal that HE could represent ME in the deal, which made it a win-win-win.

How I Found the Deal: '- networking with fellow local agents (I am an agent, for context)How I Negotiated the Deal: - Gave the seller what they were asking for to get in contract- Negotiated seller credit based off inspections - Told the agent who brought me the deal that HE could represent ME in the deal, which made it a win-win-win.

Conduct thorough research: Since you won't have a real estate agent representing you, it's important to do your own research on the property, its value, the neighborhood, and any potential issues or liabilities associated with it.2.

Depreciation represents a recovery of your cost.

Yesterday, one of our representatives was asking for specifics on fire extinguishers, and the county representative confessed:  "Look, just do the best you can. 

A broker representing the seller has a fiduciary duty to warn the seller as to the risk involved and advise the seller to seek independent legal counsel. 

Being represented by the home builder's team can be a bit sticky, since those agents don't have your best interests at heart (they literally work for the builder).