(Okay, I'm making generalizations, but I'm making some assumptions for ease of following. 

But, remember, your basic assumptions should have a reserve for OpEx (routine maintenance stuff) and CapEx (larger ticket items that are depreciable).

IF they are a serious seller (big assumption), they should be providing you with all the info to do your own underwriting.

. $405,750 is going to be a conventional loan, but $408,237 is going to be FHA/VA.Both statements will hold true about 99 times out of 100.I haven't read/heard of a lot of people being successful with this strategy (or completing an assumption at all, really), so if you are successful please post back with your experiences!

It can make assumptions (like flat 50% operating expenses, based on rent), or you can itemize each cost.

Im seeing very little in the way of cash flow properties but wanted to seewhat you all though about my inputs.Im making a few assumptions mainly looking at multifamily up to 4 units with 10% down (I know this is low but I've found banks that'll do that in my market for properties under 500k) then I account for maintenance/debt servicing from past experience (wondering if people have a better way that would take into account property age and condition for maintenance estimates), finally I set vacancy at 1 month a year (not sure if that is reasonable either). 

Spells out material terms and assumptions.

If my assumptions are correct they will appreciate your help getting this soldier out of their unit.

@Joe VilleneuveI was under the assumption that by studying my local markets, I would be better equipped to make a sound investment decision should the opportunity arise.

I’m confident that I can find moderate success with the network and skills that I have; however, I‘d like to make sure I‘m thInkIng about this the rIght way.I’m under a few assumptions that I’d like you all to either support or poke holes in.