Two key calculations to prove this out:ROI = Net Profit / Total Investment * 100ROE (return on equity) = net income/equityBorrowing will decrease the cash you put up & increase your return relative to the cash out.

My property manager advised due to decreased university enrollment these homes are slow to rent over the last few years.  

With listing the price higher, instead of decreasing the price, we offer the buyer either/or a buy down of the rate or money towards closing costs. 

When it says they generally pay 30% of their income, is that just more of an average, meaning listing it for lower would significantly decrease days on market?

This indicates a strong market demand and a promising opportunity for investors.Days on the Market (DOM)Reduced Sale Time: The average sale duration has decreased from 86 days to 67 days year-over-year.

You acquire more capital in your position by (1) decreasing expenses, (if possible) and/or (2) increasing income.  

Hi Donald, the only difference that we see nowadays for Foreign Nationals in a 30-year, fixed-rate Debt-Service Coverage Ratio Loan (DSCR) is a slight decrease in the Loan-to-Value (LTV) ratio; there is no penalty on rates or points.Additionally, if your wife is a US Citizen, there shouldn't be a decrease to the maximum LTV, either.

Requiring a longer stay will help decrease your issues with parties. 

But 2002 saw a 21.97% decrease. 2022 saw a 19.44% decrease. 2023 saw a 24% increase.U.S.

On the other hand, a poor location can lead to lower property values, decreased rental income, and a longer return on investment.