It is just an added bonus- The property needs to cash flow when you purchase.

My office is under the garage bonus room so I am undisturbed by my little kiddos during work time.

As for how much, if the potential lender has other investments (CD's, stocks, etc), I would try adding 2+ points of interest to what they're getting on best of those, and maybe a bonus or stake in the profits if/when you sell the property.

@Travis BealI love the WNC Mtns and the rapidly growing craft beer scene is a huge added bonus.

Be an employee of the owner working on a salary with NO bonuses or commissions.You don't mention what this girl's legal setup is, but you don't want to get in bed with someone just because the tenants love her - the nightmare will end up blowing up in YOUR face, not hers if she does something even mildly incorrect (read ILLEGAL!).

Double bonus if you can find another applicant who is objectively better qualified.

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I guess an example would be an early pay-off bonus?

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