. - most mean just flat no appreciation, which is truly negative when you take into account inflation and hidden inflation (which is a topic that people write books about). 

I have one flip under my belt that I found through a local company, but their profit estimates for properties are a bit inflated to say the least.

Sellers routinely inflate their numbers to put the property in the best light but I think your evaluation is probably off as well.

If you could get a heloc for $200k or refi cash out for $480k (80% ltv) at a similar rate, your payments rise $900-$1000/mo. 

That can only help home prices rise.

Currently prices are rising about 6.5% YOY.

In your market, however, it might keep rising. 

I have been victim of analysis paralysis as well.What's your opinion on the rise of interest rates and the effect of mortgage applications and refinancing slowing down?

The rate starts at 10% rising to 37% in addition there may be State and City income tax too, depending where your property is located.2) Is this the only thing I need to do to start investing with morris invest.

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