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The more impactful thing is the rapidly increasing amount of competition in the form of # of Airbnbs in existence.

I considered starting out house hacking a MF, but it will only increase my monthly expenses, not lower them or provide cash flow. 

This increased this cost at closing.Additional closing costs fees - $3,737.88I share this to let beginners know that you need more than the down payment to close.

What this usually leads to is higher rates and lots of points, which increase the amount of cash needed up front.

And as time goes by, rents will increase and your income will look better and better.My first investment in 2004 made $35 more than the mortgage.

They had an unfinished space counted as finished space increasing the size of the home by ~10%.

If you plan on eventually selling, central air would add a significant value increase, so you may consider if that's the case. 

Hey Andrea,  We purchase a single family 2 br on the west side 5 min from the airport and a popular hospital.

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