Here’s what I’ve learned so far: Investors want deals with solid profit potential—so they’re always looking at the numbers: a good ARV, reasonable rehab costs, and enough room to make a return.

run the numbers including holding costs and you will see why.

Can try to reposition to Class B, but neighborhood may impede these efforts.Vacancy Est: Historically 10%, but 15-20% should be used to also cover tenant nonpayment, eviction costs & damages.Tenant Pool: majority will have FICO scores of 560-620 (approaching 22% probability of default), many blemishes, but should have no evictions in last 2 years.

If not who have you used and what was the cost?

During my REI investing journey I've done 7 1031’s, then followed each of these up with cost segregation studies.

It's costly but that's what is expected.  

Understand the fees involved and calculate the total cost for an entire year of management so you can compare the different managers.

Repairing to sell might recoup some costs, but given the market and your limited funds, selling “as-is” is likely the best option to minimize further losses.

A good real estate accountant can save you thousands of dollars by leveraging entity selection and formation, tax deductions, cost segregations, bonus depreciation and tax planning.I recommend finding an accountant who specializes in real estate taxation, business taxation, financial planning and tax planning.You may want to consider working with your accountant remotely to expand your options.I would also recommend looking for a accountant willing to work with you throughout the year.

Costs a lot less to do all pad sites together versus individually. 2.