If the deal is very fat due to our deal finding ability...we will bump up our fees.

There are several other issues with this; but just know at it's core it's an attempt at tax avoidance-not tax reduction.

If we see any reduction in interest rates in the near future, we expect the market to become even more active, which would only amplify the already noticeable shift.Jan 1, 2020 to Jan 31, 2025 Mortgage RatesIn summary, while we are still navigating some uncertainties with higher rates, the outlook for the Las Vegas real estate market in 2025 is promising.

Another thing to consider is the opportunity cost of the property. if you are unable to negotiate repairs while under contract, a price reduction, or a credit at closing.

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Using 50% rule (expenses excluding P&i is 50% of rent) here are the numbers;1800 (rent) - $900 (expenses) - 1468 (heloc) = negative $568/monthAt your rent point with that size unit, your expenses will ve less than depicted by the 50% rule, so let’s use a likely more accurate 40%1800 - 720 (expenses) - 1468 = negative $388/monthNow let’s imagine you self manage and you time is not worth anything (I strongly recommend believing your time is worth less or worth less than a quality PM would charge) with 8% further reduction so expenses are down to 32%1800 - 576 (expenses) - 1468 = negative $244/month. 

Negotiation, can you get huge price reduction from the seller on concessions or on the purchase price..

At one point Elon and Vivek talked about a 75% reduction in staffing of the federal government. 

I don't see an exact location in the OP, but if this is even remotely considered rural, you are adding another LTV reduction.