Here is a list of why adding a single ADU in single family zoned areas in my CA market is typically a poor RE investment:1) The value added by the ADU addition is often significantly less than the cost of adding the ADU.

Tom,Columbus, Ohio, offers several neighborhoods with strong growth potential for rental investments.

Do all your due diligence upfront (see if you can get an inspection done before submitting an offer)On the lending side a DSCR loan is an option.

Depends on the actual deal I have seen 85/15 rarely 90/10 but keep in mind your primary home will have a second lien on it typically if your LTV is over 75%. 

Golan,There are typically two reasons why a property listed on the MLS hasn't sold: either it’s overpriced or there’s an issue with it.

@Joshua Martin,If there’s a chance you’ll sell next year, a HELOC might be the better move since it typically has lower upfront costs compared to a cash-out refi.

Sale price: $175,000 Charming Duplex – Fully Renovated with Modern Upgrades686-688 Westview Rd, Memphis, TN 38109This beautifully renovated duplex offers modern comfort and stylish upgrades throughout.

Someone can't insure typically something they don't own. 

We walked through a property that we went into thinking we were not going to like it and we ended up loving it and jumping on it pretty quickly after because the seller was getting other cash offers and the price/location/set-up of the property just fit our situation well. 

I met the guy and wrote an offer on the hood of my car.