your pricing is good and your marketing is good, it’s just a slow time and even lowering rent won’t help.

A good place to start figuring out profit/cash flow is to search the forums for the 4 Square Analysis. 

You can also find real estate investing groups through meetup.com, Facebook, or a Google search.

That said, tenants sometimes push for alternative solutions, as in your case.Here’s what I’d suggest:Broaden Your Marketing ApproachFebruary and March can be slow months for leasing in family-oriented communities, but it’s not impossible.

With the right PM, you’ll have peace of mind knowing your property is in good hands and generating steady income.Good luck with your search!

I just searched and the cheapest 2bed/1bath I can find in Cedar Rapids is $700 a month without utilities included. 

The construction seems slow and could last up to a year.Here are my questions:1.How can I cover or conceal the metal screens to improve the appearance?

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Definitely do a search here for some recent stories on capital calls and risks with syndications...even on some that have been operating many years...

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