Based on your information, it may appear no2) The second question is whether the property will generate positive rental income over a 3-5 year period, after normal depreciation.If it is, and it is significant, it may be worthwhile to get a cost segregation.

Between principal paydown and home appreciation, you’re still likely to make at least 40k per year, with that amount increasing to 46k in the second year and 52k in the third.To make this a worthwhile deal, I think you’d need to hold it for at least five years.

Maybe I don't need 5% to make it worthwhile?

It seems like at $99 annually, the premium features would be worthwhile (and certainly a savings over the management fees).

When negotiating with the seller, what are things that make it worthwhile to buy in an area where rents are lagging behind home price?

I'd need to know more details about the property and the business plan to make any worthwhile recommendation.

Worthwhile keeping a  few fresh fruits  lying around?

I'm looking forward to hearing other people's stories and learning from everyone and maybe contributing something worthwhile myself someday.

To make this deal worthwhile, you’d need a lower purchase price, better financing, or higher ARV to secure a comfortable profit margin.If you need help structuring financing, let me know!

Trust me, it's worthwhile just appreciate the journey.