especially the so called cash flow markets of the mid west deep south without out of state investors the prices of those homes would be stuck in the mud and never move because the locals simply would not pay more than what THEY think they are work given the risk. 

He could have used quick set mud or a blow dryer or heater for mud to set up quicker.

So while it may not apply to you, when you associate with a scummy profession its hard to keep the mud off.

MUD is working with subcontractors to clean and replace basements that were damaged.

.$14,400 is $14,400 in ANNNUAL GROSS INCOME The Gross Multiplier for the average multi-unit (4+ units) property is about 18 in todays hot market even for undesirable properties.How much money do you make the same day you raise the rents?

Hope it's clearer than mud...

here are the factors that can kill many deals when the prices are lowVacancies and overall undesirable areaRehabs needed and condition - could cost a ton (structural , roof , overall guts of house needing repair, etc)Taxes,  Property taxes can be brutal and eat up so much cash flowWater bills and utilitiesInsurances that are required etc. 

He pulled him out of some mud pit, and while they were working together to wench the Jeep out, they got to talking.

Absolutely felt like I was stuck in the mud but I knew owning property was the goal.

The risk you run by dropping rates beyond not getting much money relative to the wear and tear that you run a higher risk of getting undesirable guests who will not respect your property and could do damage.