@Kathy Creighton-SmithYou need to calculate your Return on Equity and then figure out if you can get a better return investing the money in something else. 

If I NEED to sell within five years, this calculation provides insight into the real-world return that incorporates these vital aspects of the investment.I want a balance between steady cash flow and long-term appreciation potential. 

Think of it not as ‘getting money back’ but more as reducing your taxable income, which can lower your overall tax liability.

If everything is done correctly, you will have no taxable income.

Companies don’t just pull prices out of thin air—everything is strategically calculated.

I don't want to scroll around Zillow and see something shiny and type the numbers in some calculator.

For example, this deal does not seem to "fit" based on the 70% rule calculator which was new to us.3.Any suggestions on how we could negotiate better terms with either the bank or real estate agents?

I would calculate and compare the numbers of, first what the property might cost you to hold onto it versus selling and repurchase at a higher interest rate without a 1031 exchange.

I used Turbotax, when I selected correct boxes, it calculated by itself. 

Hey @Marty Howie - I have a BRRRR calculator that I built out to run deals on, but I am not sure that's what you're looking for.