Personally, I’ve been looking for ways to align creativity with the numbers, whether that’s finding undervalued properties, building relationships with local agents, or pivoting to new strategies.

Early on, rents would remain market-aligned to ensure the portfolio generates the income needed to cover expenses, pay investors, and reinvest in expansion.

Find what aligns with your goals, skills and also is available within your area.

@David OhCreating a profit-sharing program is a great way to align employee goals with the company’s success, but it’s crucial to design it carefully.

And how can we align our approach to meet those expectations and improve our chances of securing financing?  

It’s not just awkward—it can jeopardize trust, relationships, and, ultimately, the deal itself.Here’s how we ensure success:1️⃣ Weekly Syncs: Regular team check-ins to align on progress and updates.2️⃣ Shared Systems: Use tools like Slack or Asana for real-time collaboration.3️⃣ Transparency is Key: If you don’t know, say so.

Cash Investment Report: 4-Plex Investment in Huntsville, ALInvestment Overview Property Type: 4-Plex Purchase Price: $450,000 Gross Monthly Rent: $900 per unit ($3,600 total) Annual Gross Income: $43,200Operating Expenses Property Taxes: $4,500 annually Insurance Costs: $2,000 annually Property Management: 10% of gross rent = $4,320 annually Miscellaneous Expenses: $25 per unit per month = $1,200 annually CapEx Reserve: 10% of gross rent = $4,320 annually Total Annual Operating Expenses (Excluding Rehab):$4,500 + $2,000 + $4,320 + $1,200 + $4,320 = $16,340Net Operating Income (NOI) NOI Calculation:$43,200 (Annual Gross Income) - $16,340 (Operating Expenses) = $26,860Cap Rate Cap Rate Formula:✓ 
Cap Rate = ($26,860 / $450,000) × 100 = 5.97%One-Time Investment Costs Rehab Costs: $10,000 (one-time upfront investment) Total Cash Required (Excluding Financing): $460,000Investment EvaluationStrengths: Competitive Cap Rate: 5.97% aligns with national averages and reflects a stable investment in a growing market.

The key is understanding the nuances of the program and making sure your property aligns with their inspection standards.In Detroit specifically, Section 8 tends to work best in C and C+ neighborhoods.

It’s an interesting opportunity if it aligns with your overall plans.

That actually better aligns with our needs.