The guest stay with discount and toilet replacement did not cover the cost of the unit for the stay. i have the issue on occasion that the guest is expecting a bigger unit and thinks the price is high but they do not realize the value of the unit.  

I profited well but not enough to cover 6 months if they were all slow months.

OK got it.. there was a promoter in Utah that did the same thing on assets in KC. 

Also, the quarters didn't cover the expenses, is my recollection. 

You could also offer to cover part of their tax liability through negotiation or encourage them to convert the property into their primary residence to use the IRS exclusion for up to $250K/$500K in gains.

If it's way out of whack with the market average, dig deeper.Debt Service Coverage Ratio: Key for nderstanding if the property's cash flow will cover financing comfortably.Historical Vacancy Trends: Especially in areas like Chicago, where local job markets fluctuate, knowing vacancy trends can help you anticipate rough patches.Rent Growth vs.

You need sufficient rental income to cover your expenses, or you bleed money. 

Otherwise, you won't have the extra funds necessary to cover the rising costs of goods and services in the future.What causes rents (and prices) to increase?

Currently finalizing a deal for another property with a different individual investor where we will have the same payout model, but they will put up a bit more cash to cover all the admin work I have to do to set things up. 

Quote from @Lionel Quiambao:  ... and maybe throw in the option for the tenant for more speed at an increased rent to cover the additional payment.