Metro, and the expected spike in rent growth in the D.C. metro over the next few yearsSummary:After analyzing the data outlined below, I believe that investing in a value-add, multifamily property today has very strong potential for success.

For your ~$10K fee, I expect for you to be thorough and clear and make sure that these things are known as it is difficult to see everything on video.

It does beat the expected inflation rate of 2% set by the Fed.Rents will remain about the sameWhat’s interesting is they also expect:A 11.7% increase in existing home inventory followed by Single-family new home starts growing at an impressive 13.8%. 

To them, everything takes "5 minutes" to do.The entire PMC industry has major challenges when it comes to handling maintenance, so it's a featured topic at most industry conferences. 

There are some buyers that are just a complete terror during warranty periods with expectations that are not at all aligned with the purpose of a builder warranty.

Can try to reposition to Class B, but neighborhood may impede these efforts.Vacancy Est: Historically 10%, but 15-20% should be used to also cover tenant nonpayment, eviction costs & damages.Tenant Pool: majority will have FICO scores of 560-620 (approaching 22% probability of default), many blemishes, but should have no evictions in last 2 years.

With the fires in CA, you can expect materials and contractors to become even more expensive. 

Here are some general guidelines: Lien Position1st Position LienEquityMinimum Down Payment of 20-25% (a 30% equity to sale price is preferred)Down Payment made in certified funds and not borrowedMaximum Funding of 70% ITV (Investment to Value)SeasoningMinimum of two monthly payments already made12 months or more preferredPayer CreditCredit Score of 650 or higherNo major derogatory trade lines (No 90-180+ days delinquent, foreclosure, repossession, bankruptcy, etc.)No decline in credit since purchase of businessTermsPrefer 60 months or lessMaximum of 72 monthsNo Balloon Payment preferredCash FlowBusiness has positive cash flow1.25 debt service coverage ratio preferred.DocumentationPersonal guarantee from a creditworthy individualStandard documents including Note, Security Agreement, and UCC-1 filing.Tax Returns on the business that substantiate profit and loss statements.OtherPayment history current and verifiablePayer Interview indicating buyer is satisfied with business and comfortable making paymentsMotivation for selling the note is not a result of a deteriorating businessConsideration of high risk businesses or geographic areasIn these situations, sometimes a partial is a better option. 

Better tenants expect better and treat the property so.

With experience, expect 15-20% on 5+ unit properties.