Since 2020 we've seen large asset value increases and large tax increases, and more modest insurance increases but we've been able to improve our profit margins sufficiently to keep up with inflation and even do a little better in many cases.

With no appreciation, you will have less than 40% LTV and with modest appreciation you will have less than 30% LTV.  

This puts the current market rents of $885–$925 per unit well within the affordable range, with room for modest increases post-renovation.I’ve also reviewed competing properties in the area; apartments seem to be listed between 975 -1000, and houses are listed between 1300-1900.

I bought the main house as a fixer upper and forced a modest amount of equity prior to the construction of the ADU, I did not incur a negative equity position.

Ugh.In all seriousness, I think for $50,000 with a 1200 square foot house in Michigan should be able to modest rehab.

Average tenants budget to their income and their income changes very modestly each year on average.

While your condo snowball strategy builds equity, modest cash flow and HOA fees may limit returns.

Adding Square FootageIncreasing the usable living space of a home, such as by finishing a basement, converting an attic, or adding extensions, can dramatically raise the ARV.

Home prices will likely vary by region, with modest increases in areas of high demand and stable job markets, while others may stabilize or decline.

My property (soon to be properties) in Costa Rica are calculated to provide a modest cash on cash return but will provide a very high lifestyle return.