They can offer valuable insights into the local market, potential rental yields, and specific considerations for a rehab project like the one you're planning.

If you’re open to exploring outside the Bay Area, markets like Milwaukee, Chicago, and parts of Indiana offer strong potential for flips and rentals.

Here's a breakdown:Conservative: 8-10% after covering all expenses (mortgage, taxes, insurance, property management).

Double check financing before making an offer.

., known for its upscale appeal and strong demand for vacation homes.Properties in the Hamptons attract affluent buyers and renters, offering a high potential for appreciation and steady rental income.he property may have been undervalued due to its condition, presenting an opportunity to add value through targeted renovations.

Determine your maximum allowable offer (MAO) based on your investment criteria.

Also, this would only remove the mortgage debt itself from your DTI if it was to work; you would still be hit with a liability for the annual taxes, insurance, and HOA fees (but also receive the benefit of the rental income).

Many other firms offer the same knowledge at a fraction of the cost because they don't have office overhead or tons of highly paid employees to float.

., or Boston, Philadelphia offers relatively affordable rent, or section 8 tenants, especially those who are relocating from more expensive areas. 

., known for its upscale appeal and strong demand for vacation homes.Properties in the Hamptons attract affluent buyers and renters, offering a high potential for appreciation and steady rental income.he property may have been undervalued due to its condition, presenting an opportunity to add value through targeted renovations.