I was looking at a specific cash result.With that in mind I never accepted a bad deal (negative CF) because it served no purpose, and only forced a step backwards. 

Between now and then you can really crunch the numbers on rent vs. costs and decide how much negative you can stomach....at worst you still decide to sell in the spring and maybe it's a $40K loss instead of your current estimate. 

I couldn’t agree more—having a checklist really is a lifesaver, especially when juggling multiple aspects of a deal.

Its like Fix and Flip loans/business purpose loans are now called "RTL's" real estate transition loans - same thing just different nameI know AAPL was trying to get away from the term "hard money" because for some it has a negative connotation but to me its all the same. 

However, you should ensure that the contract language allows for such changes without requiring a full contract re-signing.Consulting with an attorney familiar with Florida real estate and property management law is advisable to ensure compliance and avoid any potential legal issues when making these adjustments.Let me know if you need help with any other aspects of this process!

The great moderation is over, it subsidized investing but had a negative effect on the macroeconomic landscapeThe strong plays are value add, forced appreciation.

All the negative press you've read about Morris Invest is true.

If you're co-mingling your finances, you will have negated any liability protection a proper corporate entity structure could provide.

@Barry Ratliff, your question touches on two important aspects of tornado damage and HOA management.

Most real estate investment will have aspects of both cash flow or appreciation, but be over biased to one or the other.