The types of renters that would most likely be looking for a 4/2 are usually families with an insurance claim who need temporary housing, families relocating to the area that need temporary housing until they find something to buy or build and construction companies with the need for housing for their workers.

Now you're at 31% return.Now thats making a couple of key assumptions - 1) the property you're buying is around 500k.

Focus on connecting with investors, flippers, and landlords who are actively buying.

Effective  12/1/2024 @ 12:01a the Louisville rental registry requires the 16 page Lead Hazard Evaluation form in addition to the Affidavit of Compliance. Don't forget about your LMRC# and your registration fee!

Focus on finding a good deal first, then how you will finance that particular situation.If you have enough to buy another duplex and house hack it you may be better off just going that route.

#6 Where are you buying and where do you live? 

That can be used to buy down the mortgage rate or reduce closing costs. 

Did you end up buying the duplex?

Or is it that you really need to buy the house free and clear and that’s your only option?  

Are the older homes in this area safe to buy or do they break down a lot?