.- Over a 10 year period cashflow will increase as rents increase (rents typically rise faster than property taxes, insurance, etc.)- The property should be appreciating, if purchased in a good location, increasing the owner's equity/wealth.- Rents will be paying the mortgage off, increasing the owner's equity/wealth.- If you hold a rental until death, you can pass it on with a stepped-up cost basis, limiting captial gains if then sold (limited by inheritance tax limitations).Too many newbies on this site trying to replace their day job income via "passive" real estate investing w/o digging deep enough to understand how it really works.

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Terms such as interest rates and payment schedules are typically negotiable.Combining creative financing with seller financing can include strategies like:Subject-to and Seller Financing: Taking over the seller's mortgage and financing the equity portion through the seller.Lease Option: Renting with an option to buy while negotiating seller financing for part of the purchase.Wraparound Mortgage: Keeping the seller's existing loan while they finance a new loan that includes the balance.To proceed, consider connecting with experienced investors, understanding local legal implications, and attending networking events to gather insights.

While I don’t typically work with real estate agents to find deals, I do collaborate with other professionals throughout the process.

> Many, basically get taken advantage of by those in the industry that have an incentive to keep newbies blind to new realties, just to keep their good times rolling.If someone poses an inquiry on this forum, I provide my honest opinion (which it typically that the investment is unlikely to provide a return that justifies the effort & risk).  

Just curious, what is a typical LTV I can draw up to with a HELOC on primary and investment property? 

That's a typical scenario and could cost you $10,000 - $15,000 so that would be a good starting point for your reserve.But there's more!

While these vendors are typically reputable and skilled, you might not get the best price compared to shopping around directly.

This approach allows you to have a legal presence in the country, which is often necessary for investing there if you don’t live in Spain.Having a virtual office in Spain through your LLC could help you access local tax benefits and deductions, such as expenses for mortgage interest, repairs, and insurance, which non-residents typically cannot claim.It’s worth consulting with a tax or legal advisor familiar with both the US and Spanish systems to ensure compliance and take full advantage of this option.

What's a typical down payment for commercial multifamily?