Prices in relation to rent are too high to have the cushion that was available before. 

Most cost segregation study companies provide the quote for free.

Be prepared for a high rate/high fees 

I would like Lawrence or areas that are starting to increase in value but not as high currently. 

Knowing the rent will likely show up each month—even if the tenant has challenges—removes a lot of the uncertainty that can come with rentals.The people listing this apartment as a “Section 8 property” are likely trying to target buyers who value that stability.

She provided me incorrect information and my 6% locked rate ended up closing at 9.99%.

The overhead to start a company is low, but the cost to scale is high. 

They are short term loans, usually 6-12 months, high rate, interest only payments. 

I agree that the full 25% deposits were high for new build rather than EMD.

You want lower land cost with high rental demand unless you're a reno expert and flipper which not 1% of real investors are.