Ability & Willingness to close.

Here are some advantages: higher contribution limit, checkbook control, ability to borrow against it...  

The third column helps show forced appreciation or the ability to buy below market value.est cashflow (monthly)Cash on Cash return (annual)CoCr y1 incl appreciation or variance in value (minus 6% realtor fee)

Odd.I did not know about the ability to tag colleagues who had not posted, thanks for the tip!

You could install it yourself with the slightest bit of technical ability

Would know more after inspection on Monday, but going to speak with a Prop.Mang today about what he thinks about the utilities in that area and the ability to pay in the group of people we will be renting too.  

They have the ability to kill any deal if they don't like the buyer.

It is great that your Father is willing and able to help you get started with some private money, make sure you protect that with every ability available to you.

Thanks very much for your insightful comments, @David Oldenburg and @John Blackman, and for everyone's thoughts.With regard to some of the projects people are discussing, the crowdfunding regulations under which those are managed limits the ability to discuss the specifics beyond registered accredited investors, particularly those involved with the projects.  

Further, when inflation occurs interest rates increase limiting people’s ability to purchase homes thus increasing demand for rental properties.• Tax savings: With the lump sum approach the IRS will love you (not good) because everything is visible and easy to tax.