This should include potential rental income, expenses (including property taxes, insurance, maintenance, and potential vacancy), and your expected return on investment. 

Similarly, homes that have unusual layouts or less traditional features often benefit from full staging, as it helps buyers envision how the space can work for them.That said, even in more budget-conscious markets, full-service staging can still provide a significant return on investment, especially if the home has been on the market for a while or if it's empty and lacks warmth.

Generally speaking, if you borrow money at 7% interest and your investment is earning a 10% return, 10% - 7% = 3% and you are not growing faster than inflation.

I may explain that while I’d like to buy/finance/invest in his property, I need to earn a certain return on my invested capital for the given amount of risk, and if not able to earn the return on the subject deal than I will on the next deal.  

I am a new investor and was really hung up about which platform to choose that would offer the most bang for my buck before I start seeing returns.

It’s the same thing except it’s done in the name of the IRA and all the money comes out of the IRA and returns go back into the IRA. 

Prioritize stable cash flow, good location, and manageable property condition, while considering strategies like gradual rent increases, expense reduction, and value-add improvements to enhance returns.

This also helps with asset protection, monthly bookkeeping and annual tax return preparation. 

My cost basis for my properties are consistently off from my tax returns because Stessa will include everything in the basis even though it shouldn't be.  

Most folks chase paper-returns and overlook the real wealth drivers in REI.