Rents have increased dramatically in the past 5 years and many landlord are way, way under market.  

When we originally went in on the deal we were looking to sell in a few years, as they are building a community of shops/restaurants across the street from the townhome and just take a loss until then, but these numbers are dramatically lower than anticipated around $700/month in losses. 

Or am I being dramatic?

That dropped dramatically once I had existing relationships.

After interest rate hikes, Sacramento felt more dramatic price depreciation because the local economy can't support such price appreciation.If you ask me where to invest for sustainable appreciation between Kansas City and Sacramento, I will select KC.

Most people dramatically underestimate their project costs.If you aren't doing the work yourself and will be hiring a builder/arichtect, then factor those costs in as well and see if your plan still pencils.I would love to see an update if you move forward with the project. :)Cheers,Melissa

I recently attended a seminar where the speaker was talking about the various real estate businesses he owns so that he can move expenses around, thus reducing taxable income dramatically.

You can usually just look at the difference in landscaping to see how the look of the properties change dramatically while driving.  

The strategy works very well BUT the people that show up at these sales has changed dramatically over the last 8 years.

If it is your primary residence that changes the outlook dramatically.