Assuming a required rate of return of 5% (comparable to high-yield savings or a CD), the deal would need to yield a total CoC return of 10% (since everything is split 50/50).I'm stuck because while playing around with numbers, achieving this return seems improbable if not unrealistic.

The platform of the website seems pretty straight forward but I was curious if anyone had any real world experience and if so what they like/dislike.

I typically look for properties to flip but I am talking to an off market seller that seems like a good buy and hold opportunity but I have no idea how to run the numbers for rentals. 

Looking at buying my first piece of property and finally found a condo I like in a great location, under budget but the HOA is stringent on rentals (all leases must be approved by HOA, approval process seems lengthy and min credit score is 700 FICO) should this be a deterrent for me in terms of buying this as rental property?

I have played the 0% balance transfer game for some larger inventory purchases in my retail biz and good old 0% balance promos at Home Depot (personal) and Sears have financed quite a few apartment renos too.With a long and stellar credit history It doesn't seem to impact my FICO4 & 8 too much but it will *crush* the vantage 3 score which penalizes HEAVILY those who actually USE their credit and I'm talking still less than 30% of available.

Seems like an obvious yes...

. $5k seems about right to have a good paint job done. 

Hey Ace, You have a few options as you mentioned: Appeal the Assessment: It seems like your primary inclination is to appeal the assessment, which is a reasonable step.

They seem like a great resource for anyone considering a kitchen renovation.

Is there any areas in FL that seem like they could be great opportunities for long term holds?