It would be worth it to me to offer an equity stake in exchange for cash, I'm just not sure how to fairly structure this for both parties. 

The financial of property is good:      DSCR = 1.3; LTV = 45%;Both my liquidity and net worth passes Chase's test.

The affordability, strong rent-to-price ratios, and continued growth in the city make it a market worth considering if cash flow and appreciation are important to you.If you’re still exploring markets, I’m happy to share insights and resources on Detroit.

But I’d also buy the $200 5 year warranty.My last/only stackable I bought last year was LG, the combined towers to try to reduce noise, increase ease of use, and presents higher end look.

If you’re just breaking even, it may be worth holding unless you have better reinvestment options.On most of my properties I am break even or $50-100+/mo cash flow per a door.  

Phoenix contains a rare combination of elements that have created an outstanding market for distressed property investments, including the following:Cost Savings: Distressed properties are sold below their market value and enable investors to take hold of properties at a trifle compared to traditionally listed properties.Strong Market Fundamentals: Being among the fastest-growing cities in the country, Phoenix ensures a high demand in housing and rentals, hence good potential for resale or income from rentals.Value Creation Opportunities: Most distressed properties need renovations; thus, such situations present opportunities for investors to increase equity by adding value.Population and Economic Growth: Phoenix remains among those cities in the country which are attracting more and more residents and business; therefore, this presents good, long-term appreciation possibilities of property appreciation and income creation.Challenges to ConsiderWhile the rewards can be great, distressed property investment is not without its challenges.

One property went for almost $100,000, before increased interest in real estate investing, that property would have sold for a high of $50,000 maybe less. 

Plan on staying married no matter how rocky it gets, work through it, it's worth it. 

We have created work instructions for every step of the process so we can maintain consistency in how we evaluate properties, communicate with tenants, market our properties, handle rent increases, manage property turnover, etc.....

Is saving the fee a PM charges worth the potential thousands in cost and headaches?