https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/311/topics/23...This is your first homework assignment.

This is your money so dont let your emotions cloud the math.

We were looking at a deal there, but I haven't done my homework on that area yet.

If you have done your homework on a property and its a good deal you should be able to assign it, even listing it here in the market place. 

Flipping no probs,  longterm holds and the math starts to unravel.

I never met a broker who showed me any type of math or software. 

You know what you are looking forYou have your funds/financing in orderYou do some of your own homework on propertiesYou don't carpet bomb the landscape with junk offersYou have an understanding of what's a major issue and what's a minor issueEspecially this last point.

I am a math major so numbers have always been my strengthened my current job is an assistant general manager at a restaurant.

.* Present your deal and all of your fabulous homework to the lender.* Make your offer.* Offer Accepted.* Fund escrow before closing.

@Darien Ici Whether or not to pull the trigger depends on a lot of things, but if you are just looking at the math, $400 a month actual profit on $40k invested is a very good return on your money (12%), especially if you consider the extra tax advantages.