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Jonathan Small 50% Rule vs DSCR > which do you use to calculate a good rental
15 January 2025 | 4 replies
However, they approach financial health from different angles.The 50% Rule is a quick estimate that suggests operating expenses (excluding mortgage principal and interest) will roughly equal 50% of the property's gross income.The DSCR is a more precise calculation (Net Operating Income / Total Debt Service) that determines if a property generates enough income to cover its debt obligations.Deal example:- Class C middle class neighborhood- 4bd / 2ba single family house- ARV: 190k- Purchase: 105k- Rehab: 35k- Market rent: $1,400-1,525- Section 8: $1,475- Property manager: 10%- Taxes: 125 month- Insurance $1250 yr- HOA: $55 month- purchased and rehabbed with all cash.
Burke Atkerson Excited to finally join the community!
13 January 2025 | 4 replies
I believes that well-planned real estate investments can open the door to financial freedom and generational wealth.Welcome!
Justine Gamble Agent in the Portland/Vancouver area ready to help
20 January 2025 | 0 replies
Hi - I am new on this platform - but am looking to help people accomplish financial freedom through real estate. 
Kiley Costa Pay Off STR or Invest in Another Property?
11 January 2025 | 9 replies
Wealth Building: Paying off the first STR focuses on cash flow and financial security, while buying another property focuses on scaling and wealth building.
Farnaz Z. How to screen a tenant without a social security number?
13 January 2025 | 4 replies
For the lease, can you list the girlfriend as an occupant rather than a co-tenant since she won’t be a financially responsible party?
Richard L Buchanan Real Estate Investing
13 January 2025 | 9 replies
It's an exciting journey that can offer both financial rewards and personal satisfaction.
Josh Lansberry Time to get started
9 January 2025 | 5 replies
Quote from @Josh Lansberry: You will hear a lot of people bad-mouth him, but Dave Ramsey can teach you how to get financially savvy real quick.
Ken Johnson Scam or Not !!
18 January 2025 | 0 replies
BFS FINANCIAL SOLUTIONS is posing as a lender, or they legit.??
Ken Johnson Scam or Not !!
18 January 2025 | 0 replies
BFS FINANCIAL SOLUTIONS is posing as a lender, or they legit.??
Tim Johnson Is Real Estate the best way to reduce your taxes?
18 January 2025 | 5 replies
But many people need to consider if they are financially ready for it or not.