Doesn’t seem like any vacancies will happen as of now. 

The percentage needed to be saved will be dependent upon the property, the condition it’s in, and the overall general vacancy rate of the surrounding area.

I was shown about a handful of their holdings in the Houston, Memphis, and Little Rock markets, but the cash flow and CoC returns were less than $100 per month and 2-4% after factoring in additional expenses like 7% vacancy and 10% maintenance per month to go along with 20% down and conventional mortgage.

It seems like it will return ~$200/month pure cash after all mortgage payments, fees to Doorvest, maintenance, vacancy fees, etc., I will update the exact number in this thread in the future. - Here is how Doorvest works in general: The houses are only located in Houston.

Look at rent growth trends, vacancy rates, and the area’s economic drivers.

Wondering if the vacancy rate is higher in the area as it seems more advantageous to just buy a house and pay mortgages rather than renting.

Because the expenses and vacancies are going to be a lot higher.

Our property has cash flow and according to the many bigger pockets podcasts I’ve listened to you shouldn’t just pocket all cash flow but set aside a percentage to cover reserves, CAPEX, vacancies etc.

Don't feel bad, this happens a lot.Facing 80% vacancy and tenant issues can be tough, especially on a first deal.

I worry about a renter with a good rental history being to cheap to put anything in but his grandmas avocado green range, cause it still "works".Not providing appliances in my area would also be a bad plan causing extended vacancies.