If you plan to expand your portfolio, forming an LLC can simplify liability protection and operations for multiple properties.Consult a CPA or legal professional to confirm your tax obligations and evaluate whether an LLC or umbrella insurance aligns best with your investment goals and risk tolerance.This post does not create a CPA-Client relationship.

Agents just need to make sure their clients are serious and are going to be able to get funds when making offers on deals.

I'm a licensed mortgage broker and have closed loans with clients out of the country.

Also listen to them if it is difficult to get financing...they're telling you that your math may be off.

seller finance opportunities are very, very difficult to find.hope this helps - happy to dialogue further

It was also difficult to assess the heating situation after repairs since tenant refused to provide key to access unit for repairs and/emergencies, citing “privacy and safety” concerns.

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Even if you do find such a deal, getting it to cash flow after repairs and a cash-out refinance is extremely difficult, especially for single-family homes.

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However, from my research, it's extremely difficult to find any cities where the properties cash flow other than places like Cleveland which has its own set of drawbacks.