We're never going to erase class in any capitalistic system so the best you can do is put up some basic guard rails and let the market do what it does.  

Offering to compensate them for their time can go a long way in maintaining a good working relationship.Let me know how I can assist further—best of luck with your project!

Or just any suggestions for the best bang for your buck areas that offer at least a little cash flow and appreciation ?

Without having actual numbers to use at my fingertips, how do you accurately (as best as you can) estimate these expenses?

I love Mt Ranier, but the property tax rate is crazy.

Rates are hovering in the mid 7s depending on your credit score.

., Purchase Price: $475,000 ($197.9/sq. ft.).Estimated Market Value: $402,000 ($168/sq. ft.).Financing Terms: 2% interest rate, with a 9-year balloon.Unit B Income: $2,049/month (Section 8 tenant through November 2025).Unit A Income Potential: Similar rent or higher; Section 8 cap for the area is $3,234/month.Monthly Loan Payment (P+I): $1,386.Cash Flow Breakdown (if both units are rented at $2,049/month):Gross Rent: $4,098/month.Vacancy (10%): $410/month.Operating Expenses (37.3%): $1,376/month.Net Cash Flow: $943/month.Key QuestionsWould you be comfortable paying an 18% premium for financing at 2%, especially in a market where current mortgage rates are closer to 7%?

We’re fortunate to have an above-average income and live well below our means.This summer, we’ll be moving to Detroit (PCSing in August), and we’ve saved about $120,000 to invest in addition to having funds set aside for the home we’ll purchase in Detroit.The reason I’m posting is that I’m struggling to decide how to best allocate the $120k.

Quote from @Antoine Black: I have a house that free and clear and I'm trying to tap in the equity can any one help  Hey Antoine, As Mike stated, your best bet is a local credit union.

Jeff Watson or John Hyre, two best IRA guys in the US.