Hoping that cash flow will improve substantially as this is going to be a big part of my retirement.

If rates decline later in 2025, refinancing opportunities could further improve returns on investment properties.Guidance for InvestorsFor investors, 2025 is shaping up to be a strong year for rental property acquisitions.

It even gave suggestions on what I could improve based on what my competition is offering.Link to the operator in action is here https://drive.google.com/file/d/1C1uTqgWGfs3AMsUdDWd0FOTbVFM...Quick tip: don’t pay the $200 for this just yet.

If you’re below $275K, focus on high-impact upgrades like improving curb appeal (landscaping, fresh paint), refreshing the kitchen and bathrooms (new hardware, lighting), or adding energy-efficient features (smart thermostats, LED lighting).

We've invested around $50,000 in improvements (central air and hardscaping) and our mortgage is a 30-year fixed at 2.5%, with a PITI of $2400.We think it could rent for $3,750 - $4,000 per month based on local comps.

•If the area has higher-income tenants looking for more luxury, you might get away with upgrading, but make sure you won’t be over-improving for the market.5.

With things like the ONE Linden plan in Linden, which is a 50M plan to improve the neighborhood.

I would go with either FHA or FHA 203K loan (3-5% down) have some money left over for cosmetic improvement (paint and little else haha) live in for a year and rent.

I don't like their cash mgt thou but I think they are doing some improvement.

No improvements needed that could drive up values (and your equity)?