We mow our own lawn and the parking lot is usually plowed by the association that owns it.

Calculate total associated costs including taxes, fees and legal expenses.

I've included an example below to help illustrate this.So different lenders have different rates (which do vary even for DSCR loans) but these are factors they all consider.See example below:DSCR < 1Principal + Interest = $1,700Taxes = $350, Insurance = $100, Association Dues = $50Total PITIA = $2200Rent = $2000DSCR = Rent/PITIA = 2000/2200 = 0.91Since the DSCR is 0.91, we know the expenses are greater than the income of the property.DSCR >1Principal + Interest = $1,500Taxes = $250, Insurance = $100, Association Dues = $25Total PITIA = $1875 Rent = $2300DSCR = Rent/PITIA = 2300/1875 = 1.23DSCR lenders generally let you vest either individually or as an LLC.

Hey @Amir J Reichental, There are small pros and cons to this: Home Address:Pros:Privacy: Providing your home address keeps your personal information private, as it's not tied directly to your business.Convenience: If you're already receiving mail and other communications at your home address, it may be more convenient to keep everything in one place.Cons:Risk: Using your home address exposes it to potential risks associated with the property owned by the LLC, such as lawsuits or creditors targeting your personal assets.Tax Implications: Depending on your jurisdiction, using your home address could have tax implications, especially if you're claiming any tax benefits or deductions related to the property.LLC Address:Pros:Asset Protection: Using your LLC address helps separate your personal assets from your business assets, providing an extra layer of liability protection.Business Image: Using the LLC address for business-related documents can help establish credibility and professionalism for your company.Cons:Public Record: LLC addresses are often part of public records, which means they may be more accessible to anyone who wants to find information about your business.Mail Handling: If you don't have a physical presence at the LLC address, you'll need to ensure mail forwarding or a reliable method of receiving important documents.Ultimately, the decision depends on your specific circumstances and priorities.

I'm researching the risks associated with leverage in real estate investing, particularly the rate of bankruptcy among investors who use leverage.

I'm a member of Oregon Real Estate Investors Association here in Eugene, OR. 

Please note -- although this is separate from property management, IF your PM handles this for you in addition to traditional property management, is the fee you would pay them for this different than if it were a completely independent construction manager/overseer not already associated with the apartment complex?

That means that even at $150/mo cash flow, you're just one association fee increase (or special assessment) away from losing money every month!

Hey Roberto - I personally would only pull the down payment from the HELOC just to lessen the risk associated with leveraging your personal home.

With a minimum 30-day rental period, tight registration criteria limited to permanent residents, and associated compliance costs such as fees and taxes, entering San Francisco's STR market without first examining these restrictions may result in problems and severe fines.