That decreases the basis (whether you take it or not.)

If you give them too much info up front, I believe it will decrease your actual response rate.

Brick building with a newer rubber roof and a carport in the rear that could use some work.asking - $105000 (price has steadily been decreasing...thinking more in the range of 85K to 95K)Each unit rents for $395/monthThinking of a 15 year fixed mortgage at 3.5% 25% down property taxes - $3500 / year Insurance - $1000 / year Management fee - 10% of total rents (monthly)I ran numbers and am on the fence.Any input is much appreaciatedThanks

Bill Gulley and J Scott, I've managed to decrease the amount of strokes it takes to hammer in a nail every day so far.

With the decreased inventory we're trying to stay busy but don't have experience with additions.

Housing along the river is expensive, and gradually decreases as you get further from it.

But the premiums decrease monthly as the loan balance decreases.

The damages decreased after that.Another tip is to get to know your assigned inspector.

There are some steps you can take as a renter to decrease energy consumption such as heavy drapes, plastic seal kits you can use on windows, weather stripping.

Also the area that has potential for appreciation is likely in higher demand, meaning you should have less trouble renting it out which translates to lower vacancy and rising rents over time, whereas the cheaper properties you may not see any rent increases and possibly even rent decreases in the coming years.It's hard to give a firm answer without all of the facts, but I would lean towards peace of mind and ease of management over an extra $50-$100/month in cashflow.