I can see a lot of buyers getting the keys then driving off and never paying.. foolish foolish to be advocating that.

Do the calculations factor in default rates?

@Adam M.The cost for a real estate tax accountant will vary based on location, experience, education and other factors, just like any other professional.

This conveys confidence and ensures you don’t end up overpaying or taking on unfavorable terms.Negotiate More Than Just PricePrice isn’t the only factor in a deal—other terms can often be just as valuable.

I'd estimate your cash flow after you pay the loan payment would be $600-$800, which a lender that understands investment real estate should give you some credit for on your DTI.As for a bank, I have a specific lender at NBI that I would recommend.That 600-800 you are factoring in the HELOC repayment each month too, correct?  

Sellers continue to drive the Valdosta market even during this higher rate environment.

In Phoenix, where I’m based, or in markets like San Antonio, the best realtors do more than just list properties.. they go “driving for dollars” to find oppurtunity, leverage their local networks (probate attorneys, CPAs, divorce attorneys) and carefully analyze each property’s cash flow.

I work a lot, probably more than the average W2, but we also travel a lot, at least 6 trips every year.So that's what's driving me, numbers on a screen are nice, but they are not fulfilling on a personal level.

Credit is a factor as bad credit may limit options, or may have the lender require you to put 10 or 20 years of taxes and insurance into escrow. 

You have to factor in demand and vacancy rates to determine if it will be more profitable, and that’s specific for each market.