Obviously, I am not aiming for this type of return, but at least this gives me a benchmark on what I need to surpass a respectable return on investment.

Make this your benchmark when you search for new markets if your goal is to be a cash-flow investor. 2.

Lots of variances, from half that to double that, but $300 is a good benchmark number to start with.

The interest rate with this option resets at Year 6 to a new rate of Cost of Funds+3.00% (this bank uses the 5 Year Treasury Constant Maturities Index as their benchmark).

Talk to the company that quoted the repairs, they can tell you if the repairs would be a permanent fix or a temporary solution.On another note, an appraisal from 2005 should in no way, shape, or form be the benchmark you are using for value.    

Just get the mandatory payment info and compare to the usual benchmarks they suggest online.

Nothing less that the stock market return is usually a good benchmark.

Hi All,I’m new to investing and am trying to figure out how to calculate construction and development costs.Say if you find a deal online or while you’re driving and want to pursue the analysis in a bit more depth, how do you benchmark your construction hard and soft costs?

Figure out if it will actually put cash in your pocket at the end of each month and then worry about evaluating its profitability based on other fancy financial benchmarks.

Brandon,I'll try and answer your questions.First of all, the 2% rule is just a general benchmark or guideline some investors shoot for.