I'm analyzing a deal currently and the deal cash flows well but the cap rate is under 5%.

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As mentioned before analyzing the numbers is HUGE but you have to make sure the numbers are accurate.

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I am not in market right now but trying to learn how to analyze these sorts of deals for when I make a purchase.

That being said I always figure 10% on every deal that i analyze to flip. (6% for real estate commissions, 3% closing costs and 1% misc for inspection items) Most of the time I am selling to 1st time home buyers that ask for 3% down if they don't then great more profit i didn't count on. 

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What are the key market characteristics that I need to analyze to reduce the chances of owning property in a town that is dying fast?

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I am educating myself of how to analyze deals and moving forward...looking for my first one.