Used a HELOC on a primary, and was sure that even with that additional debt-service, there was + cash flow.

Given appreciation is typically where you are making most of your return in any real estate, having this additional appreciation helps create much higher returns.Additionally, my single family tenants, typically stay a couple years longer than my duplex tenants.  

In addition, the City of Cape Coral has updated codes and ordinances related to short-term rentals that are now available in a searchable database provided by Municode Corporation (3).Short-term rental limitations have been an issue in coastal communities in Florida, including Cape Coral, where investors can buy property and rent it out for short periods at high rents.

In addition, you can use apartments.com and zillow.com to research rents for comparable homes in your area. 

Contact me directly for any additional details.I didn't think about that but I will. 

Hey Elizabeth - I'd factor in about $10k to get a padsplit up and running when it comes to furnishing which would include washer / dryer, additional fridge, bedding/desks, common area furnishings if you want to offer a little better experience.I'm only familiar with ATL - I think accounting for 1 move in / 1 move out per month is a good conservative assumption here.$8kish / year or so on routine and reactive maintenance combined which should include your cleanings, lawn care, maintenance calls ect. 12% per month of gross rents should be a good estimate if you want to look at it like that!

To mitigate risks, I strongly encourage getting a home inspection to fully understand what you're buying.If the property checks out, this area can be a great addition to your portfolio.

Unfortunately, she frequently turns it off to save on electricity, which exacerbates the issue.i have also sent her extra radiator heat so can just plug in , but she refuse to use because she has to pay high electric bill.She complained about the unit's insulation and requested that we install an additional baseboard heater( whats the use if she doesn't turn on the heat) .

They also offer a small business plan if you need additional functionality for rentals. 

The minimum down payment for a property in this price range would be roughly $27K.That said, you also need to account for bank closing costs, inspection costs, appraisal, attorney fee, and title costs.Your scenario may require a seller's concession to account for these additional expenses.Investing with $50K is totally possible in this market but your journey may be met by challenges i.e.