It's a dynamic world - if I could find a 3-4 unit that cash flowed 200 a month per unit and hit a 15 plus ROI - i would jump all over it - I just only see this type of potential return (and better) in more depressed areas.  

@Jon Fletcher There are basically two potential options. 1) Amend the tax return in the year of purchase and prove you used capital gains to purchase the property and 2) Sell the property to an OZF, follow the 20% related party rule and then the structure of the sale of the property to be able to reinvest the gains.

At a conservative 6.25% capitalization valuation, the building is worth $16,480,000 in 9 months based on a run-rate NOI of $1,030,000.Key Finacial Highlights:- Projected Total Revenue Potential: $1.15M to $1.7M, reflecting a 48% increase.- NOI Growth: From $603K to a run-rate of ~$1M within the first 12 months, marking a 73% improvement.

Dave would love to hear from you, and help analyze potential deals from our community!

I also think college can be a good experience with potential lifelong contacts.  

At a conservative 6.25% capitalization valuation, the building is worth $16,480,000 in 9 months based on a run-rate NOI of $1,030,000.Key Finacial Highlights:- Projected Total Revenue Potential: $1.15M to $1.7M, reflecting a 48% increase.- NOI Growth: From $603K to a run-rate of ~$1M within the first 12 months, marking a 73% improvement.

Your chances of success will be much higher in the best locations because the high demand of people wanting to live there combined with high appreciation potential will make up for the inefficiencies and risks of operating remotely.

It'd be great to hear some real-world insights to help this group avoid potential pitfalls. 

Beyond just solid rent-to-price ratios, there’s a lot going on: the city’s undergoing revitalization, the population is growing again, and there's real potential for appreciation if you’re buying in the right spots.

I am talking to Builder Banc about a potential investment property refi and I am trying to find someone who has used them before.