@Ivana Ivanovic I would say 8% is low to cover both vacancy AND repairs.If you expect to incur just one month of rent lost every 12 months, you'd be looking at an 8.33% (1/12 of gross annual income) vacancy rate.And, even for a brand-new build, you're going to have some repair/maintenance costs as long as you've got human tenants.

I have a degree in biotechnology and public health (currently in Higher Ed.), and I’m transitioning into real estate to explore new opportunities and challenges.I’m particularly looking to connect with experienced professionals and find a brokerage that offers strong training and mentorship for new agents.

It's just basic health and safety issues.

I’m sympathetic to that,” saidShah.Tenants’behavioral health challenges can result in costly propertydestruction.

My wife and I are under contract on a home we would like to turn into an MTR at some point close to downtown Mesa and the Mesa Arts Center, ~ 10 minutes from Banner Health.

The owner had been living in these conditions for a long time due to mental health issues.It was heartbreaking to see.We agreed on a price and closed very quickly to provide relief.

Financial reports, if available, provide a snapshot of their financial health.

We evaluate the asset off the current cash-flow, building condition, performance compared to peers, rent rates compared to market, and overall health of the local market.

Because we are human and make mistakes. 

It's human nature.