I think most investors want to win on more than just the interest rate.

Credit (loans) become much more difficult to obtain and if available you pay a MUCH higher interest rate with a much higher down payment requirement2.

The main reason I decided to sell rather than hold was the rising interest rates.

They have had 100% occupancy at market rates and currently bring in around $2,000 per month in cash flow.

I want them to see the total picture and then keep whittling down to where they get close to say a 5% error rate. 

Most seller's in a sub-to don't understand the risk they are taking and most lenders have concerns over the overall portfolio quality ratings which has an impact on their cost of funds.

As-is cap rate of 7.5% in my market (kc) would be pretty awesome to buy. 

For now, it Looks like your roommate/tenant can cover half of your mortgage (plus hoa fees). 

.- in this higher rate market, i find BRRRRs to be challenging because after a high LTV refinance the units have negative cash flow.  

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