I think I am almost ready to buy a condo - $270k with rental potential of $1950 and HOA+Home Insurance of $400 in decatur.

However, this probably wouldn’t have worked because with super high franchise fees the perception of potential franchisees would have been that the fee structure was too uncompetitive, and the result would have been that McDonalds would have had slower growth, and their competitors faster growth.Two other positive results of the McDonalds real estate strategy was (1) franchisees are more locked in since McDonalds is also their landlord (2) McDonalds was able to bypass legislation aimed at franchisors being able sell product at high prices to franchisees and (3) McDonalds benefits from the long term appreciation of real estate prices and inflation.

It is advisable to communicate with your lenders to discuss potential options and avoid foreclosure.

The Palms saw prices sky rocket when people found out they had the potential to make $50k - $70k and they were selling for $170k- $300k.

Analyze property trends, neighborhood demographics, and economic indicators to pinpoint potential wholesaling opportunities.

what else would you ask the operator as a potential LP?

Connect with potential local and international investors, businesses, and partners.

I do like the suburbs though - better rent growth, appreciation potential, and quality of tenant. 

The 3 condos are under-rented and cash flowing at about $1,800/month combined positive after all expenses today.At 75% LTV... refinancing the condos alone (assuming a value of $900k) would put the cash out potential amount at $247k.

With the increased competition among sellers, it’s crucial to prepare a listing to stand out among the rest and work to address potential buyer objections prior to going on market.