Work your way through all the elements of the property and put some rough numbers to it ... then, plug those rough numbers into whatever analysis tool you're using and see if the returns are remotely close to what you're looking for. 

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Still, and even more importantly, location of the property, competitive pricing, applicant pool, etc, these will all play into your ability to get the place rented.Since it sounds like your situation was one where you're acquiring a new property, Grace has the right idea with 2-4 weeks ahead of time (but I'd even still say give yourself as much time as possible because applicants may fall through; ex. someone backs out after going through the screening process and showing intent on signing, but never does, generally you want to know that information well enough in advance that you can still not find yourself in a pinch.

It’s like any other investment, it all reverts back to future income, appreciation, tax benefits and ability to leverage.

It's the ability to repeat and systematize profit generation without being dependent on market conditions or competition.

Basically you are telling them you (the wholesaler) will purchase their home at a certain price, but you have no ability to execute, and then you intend to offer the property for sale for a fee.  

If the net average is positive it shouldn't adversely affect your ability to lend.

I've been writing copy for over a year now as a side hustle - both in English and Portuguese - and I love the ability to make things happen with writing. 

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And the ability to complete of manage rehabs is an extremely rare and valuable skill.I would recommend evaluating whether multi or single family rentals work in your market, then determine which is more affordable compared to what offers the most cash flow.