Since yours is only water and heat I would recommend you charge 50% and lower the rent cost rather than factoring it into the rent price.

However, if you want a well-designed, maximum over-funded policy that can be leveraged for real estate investing, there are really only just a few companies that have everything you need.Minnesota LifeAllianzNational LifeAmeritasI don't want to write a book here, so if you want to know why most other companies WONT work, just PM me.

And the size of the duplex and bed/baths depends on the size of lot, location, and what we best feel would rent best and all the other factors. 

Originally posted by @Brian Winberry:Regarding not seeing a program worth 5 figures could be a subjective response though....I have seen one, or two out of all the ones we have showed up for out of curiosity in the real estate arena in general....In my opinion (and just my opinion), the expected value of a typical deal, the length (in terms of time) of the deal and the likelihood I'd actually complete deals after the seminar are three big factors in what's a reasonable price for education.For example, I could never justify spending $20K to learn how to make money on things that cost $50 to sell and the average transaction time period is one day.

Factors like real estate trends, property taxes, and competition also play a role.

Grants and Subsidies: Research local government or nonprofit programs that offer grants or subsidies for renovations, especially in designated revitalization areas.9.

Hi all,I have a few long-term rentals and am exploring a STR for the first time, and am seeking guidance / advice on my expected expenses (and ideally what i'm missing that i should factor into my calculations).

Several factors are changing in my life and I’m thinking of maybe paying down/off some loans but will have to weigh the difference between the prepayment penalty on the commercial ones.

I’ve been using the same VA service and haven't had any major issues so far, so I think it really varies depending on a lot of factors, like the market, your criteria, and how strong your buyer's list is.

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