For example, if you buy in a semi-rural area or suburban area the pool of applicants can be much smaller and with an increase in supply it creates a downward pressure on prices and higher days on market averages.

Depreciation isn't an actual cash outflow [because we+the bank made the actual cash outflow at closing], but we get to write off the cost of the asset as an expense over time.Since cash flow doesn't equal net income, there are different scenarios that can happen. 1) Cash flow can be higher than net income. 

However, depending on your loan type, if you put less than 20% down, you may have PMI (private mortgage insurance) which will make your monthly payment higher by up to a couple hundred dollars.

Each city’s approach can play a unique role, but zoning for higher density developments stands out as a powerful strategy, albeit a tough one to get passed.

Any raise in rent will be a struggle for them and the higher the raise the more likely they are to move out.

I purchased it with a HELOC so higher interest debt until I can cash out refi.

If you get a higher income tenant (e.g engineer, tech worker, doctor, RN, etc) you may be able mitigate some risk.

Indianapolis, with its established investor network and potential for higher cash flow, might provide more immediate returns.

Higher taxes can eat into your profit, so do your homework upfront.Financing options.

Our market is extremely competitive for rentals and homes for sale  so I will be putting an ad on Marketplace, seeking an investor to purchase a property and lease to them, as they can pay up to 2500 for a 4 bedroom, and more for higher number of rooms. win/win.