Rent: Focus on long-term rentals to generate steady cash flow, with an eye on market conditions for any short-term rental opportunities.4.

if its vacant and your getting 3 to 4 showings a week which is huge its price or the condition of the property ( condition beat up rental) Price to high given the condition.. has nothing to do with RE agent etc etc.. its a combo of those two things i.. its always those two things.. unless you bought  in a very bad part of town full of rentals .. that could also be an issue .. and if you did then your only out is to rent it and sell for what an investor will give you based on its income and what they are willing to pay for a given income. 

Our inventory is so tight, that the market does not give a discount for condition and without that whats the point of a serveral months long rehab project if you don't create equity.

According to them, it could be challenging to find tenants if I go ahead with the purchase.I wanted to get your thoughts on this.It may be more challenging, but I have several properties that do not have air conditioning.

You’ll be able to calculate potential returns, assess property conditions, and weigh your options more clearly.

One of the worst conditions we've bought properties in recently.The seller’s sister reached out to us, desperate for help.

The FHA is more specific in what they want the property to look like and its condition, but it’s typically easiest to qualify for as a first time buyer. 

However, I've recently come across articles discussing the potential benefits of lower down payments in certain situations.Given the current real estate market conditions, what are the critical factors to consider when deciding between a high or low down payment for an investment property?

Operating expenses are routine and necessary costs to keep the property in its ordinary operating condition, and they are typically deductible in the year they are incurred.You also mentioned the benefits of classifying something as an operating expense versus a capital expenditure.

Unlike the frenzied buying behavior during the pandemic, today’s buyers are more selective and are seeking properties that offer true value.This shift has led to increased demand for move-in-ready homes and properties that are in excellent condition.