If your agent’s estimate of $280k is accurate, this could be a good time to sell.

If I were to do a traditional VA loan, the loan would be close to 7%.Below are what I understand to be the numbers so far:Seller purchased the property in DEC 2022 for $1.13M (owned for 2yrs)Current estimates are Zillow= $1.26M/  Redfin=$1.323MOur agreed purchase price is $1.25MSeller financing would be $120k @ 8% for 3yrs.No commission cost.Small percentage of fees/ costs in the tune of 1.5% of loan amount.Let me know what you think and if you need any additional info.

If it was me...I'd check with zoning to find out how many dwelling units I could build, and I'd find what the requirements are for those units (type of house, height and setback restrictions, etc.).Then I'd find out what local builders think the cost to construct would be - just get a cost estimate per square foot for 2 or 3 different levels of finish.

Buffalo rails: running 4+ yrs behind estimates.2.

Full Occupancy: The property achieved full occupancy within three weeks of listing, with strong tenant demand.High Cash Flow: The property generates $5,570/month in gross revenue and approximately $4,690/month in net profit after operating costs.Effective Use of 1031 Exchange: $300k of the total $420k investment was offset by the 1031 exchange, minimizing out-of-pocket expenses.Long-Term Stability: Designed for durability and versatility, the property is expected to cash flow for decadesLessons learned?

Estimated cost for remaining changes (all new electric, drywall, tile, fixtures, cabinets, roof, doors, windows, heat pump, some siding, and fencing.

Everything I've purchased personally, including a recent 4-unit purchased last month, has been heavily cashflow negative initially and it usually takes a good amount of work to get it to cashflow or break even within a relatively short period of time....6-12 month approximately.

I am not worried so much about maximizing it rather than that it gives me a bit; because as more of the estimated $150000 property mortgage I want to take is paid down, the numbers get a bit better with appreciation as well.

To get the same numbers for the LT rental, I'm estimating the rents would need to be at least $2,800/mo.

Are there any good resources online to be able to get an idea of average monthly/yearly expenses like utilities, etc. for a given zip or city?