I’ll still try to answer the question: Pros of Kansas City for buy and hold small multifamily rentals:  Hybrid market so you get some cash flow and some appreciation (con if you want only cash flow or only want appreciation) Inventory of 2, 4, and 5-50 MF buildings (not true of a lot of markets that only have SFH and very large complexes 100+ units)Relatively low property taxes, although check for the city and state you are in (e.g.

I don't see how they could, since things happen... but again, granted there is no guarantee, these companies are claiming such high averages and they have such huge portfolios and good reputations, so it makes me wonder.

@Tom HallAt 7% if you can I would pay it down as investing it net after tax gains may not get you the 7% you are paying - so it’s less riskDownside is you lose liquidity of that money as it’s tied in your propertyIf rates come down in future you can refinance and even take some of the cash out.Regarding your question are rates coming down, a lot of factors come into play but right now it does not appear there will be significant changes to rates over next 3-6 months.

Shouldn't be any extra taxes involved.

The cost of labor , materials , property taxes , inflation , interest rates  etc .

FF is a great tool, but you can also look up local corporate leasing companies, as well as, insurance companies/agents to work with for individuals who are going through home insurance claims.  

If not on the MLS, they have to be about to be foreclosed on, way behind on their property tax or some situation that MAKES them HAVE TO sell.Same with rentals.

I don't know what area you are in, but generally just take them to Small Claims Court.

If you need financial help, ask under the "Finance, Tax, and Legal" forum.

@Claude Diehl,You don't need a CPA or tax expert here; this is a straightforward transaction.