This formula is the Profit Margin Formula that accounts, for 99.99%, of everything.

Those buys look to have reasonable safety margins, just in case the appraisals fall a bit short, or the allowable LTV falls to 70% instead of 75%.

I've been able to cover my mortgage+HOA, but my margins are pretty thin to none due to the unexpected project cost.

Can you share some numbers to give us an idea what margin/ARV you have?

I would recommend that you sell the property for as high you can as long as the market will pay, while at the same time leaving just enough margin for the end buyer to make a the deal profitable for themselves and be happy at the end of the day.I see many newer investors leaving money on the table because they think small and sell the properties by asking themselves " how much would I be content making on this deal?"

Profit margins on those are typically $30-$50k.

If you are holding onto a rental for 7 to 12 years, a few construction delays will barely effect your IRR annualized.2) Flips have less margin because you have to pay 10% in closing costs.3) Flips are seasonal at least in areas with four seasons.

Well in that move was a great quote "If you build it they will come" so I say that to say this.... if you get the right property under contract that has great margin for profit than you'll attractive buyers!

Can anyone suggest where I might go to get a loan at just slightly higher interest rates so that I can still make decent margins renting the property?

The deal had multiple bidders and is in a marginal neighborhood.