This issue this time, however, is interest rates had increased numerous percentage points making the possibility of living for free much less likely.

This issue this time, however, is interest rates had increased numerous percentage points making the possibility of living for free much less likely.

We have seen our fees increase significantly over the last 4 years with Hall CPA (Brandon Hall's company). 

From what I've gathered, practically any investment back then did very well given that home prices and rents have increased substantially.Even though today it seems much harder to find a good deal (like you said, it's probably a horrible time to be investing), would you say there's less competition now?

I thought the same about Engelo after just seeing the topic but I guess we're increasing the exposure of this thread by adding comments :)I haven't been there.

from this time last week, 30-yr mortgage)Market RuminationsMortgage interest rates dropped considerably in the last 7 days, a well-welcomed reprieve from seemingly ever-increasing rates.

Increasing by $210,000, over purchase appraisal of $890,000.

Debt increases riskSo why do investors love using it?

Hey Les, are you looking at traditional financing to use increased leverage or would you be going with a 20% down option?

Then you are in a better position to increase the rent and improve tenant quality cause the bathroom fix is done and ready to go.