Meaning, TIME, your gaining TIME.

They also didn't get hit with capital gains on the entire purchase price, which enables them to keep more of their money. 

@Matthew Drouin had a great reply:"Typically 50% of revenue is going to go right to operating expenses on small multi family. 

Sometimes hard to find this happy medium in rate sheets, though.Another consideration would be taxes - points are typically treated as interest, so if your tax obligations are high this year vs being higher in the future, then this could also impact buying down now vs paying a little more in interest in future years. 

You typically need up to two years of stable employment before a bank will loan to you.

Did the proceeds from the sale count as short term or long term capital gains?

., the 2006 or 2009 IECC — International Energy Conservation Code).Cost Considerations for a 90-unit or 112-unit Project:The actual cost of qualifying for the 45L tax credit depends on various factors, including:Energy Efficiency Compliance: The primary cost will come from ensuring that each unit meets the required energy efficiency standards, which typically involve energy modeling, certification from third-party energy raters, and potentially upgrading insulation, HVAC systems, windows, and other components of the building to meet the necessary performance levels.Energy Modeling: Typically, you'll need to pay for an energy consultant or engineer to model the building's energy performance and ensure it qualifies for the credit.

IF my numbers are truely "too low" I just looking gain confidence in how I am analyzing properties and estimating repairs.  1710 10TH AVE N, 37208: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1B0CoSbGxQFbRBVzXBERw...6121 Southampton Dr 38119: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1a3WBEcgv2SMggu5P2HrK...2014 Salem Mason Dr, 27208: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1Jzr5TN9PYhuiFuD2THLb...Spoke with a seller yesterday, before I go with these numbers I thought it best to ask for some guidance. 

Additionally, your brother would inherit your cost basis in the property, which could result in significant capital gains tax if he sells the property later.

Gaining knowledge about investor loans, like DSCR loans, can be particularly beneficial.