The interest rates would be slightly higher, but it is a good option to get properties that have less competition from other buyers. 

@Kash Jawed If you are a cash buyer you will have some luck getting one, If you are not well very difficult to get a great deal Much to much competition and there is simply no inventory .

Does anyone know a mortgage broker with the most competitive rates and attractive terms?

Everyone is constantly talking about contractor this and that so if you’re good at this part of have a good team you have a competitive edge.Disclaimer: I am not looking for advice on how I should go about this in my life or business.

Investors still get most of the tax benefits, and they get the cash flow and appreciation without the heavy lifting.  

What was crazy easy 12 years ago is very challenging now e.g. many competitive buyers not to mention the big hedge fund guys. 

Yes, you may be able to go high, but if you miss a week, two weeks, or even a month trying to fish for more rent, the cost of vacancy will out-weight getting it filled quickly at the lower, competitive pricing.3a.

You very much have to be aware of the block you are on because you can see your ARV values change dramatically depending on the block your on.In this highly competitive market I will say it may be difficult to pick something up using FHA, as a lot of houses are selling cash, with no contingencies, in short closing timelines.

It is relatively untapped compared to some of the more competitive commercial markets and the prices are lower in the midwest.

However, in reality if you’re looking to increase the length of their stay it probably comes down to things out of your control, mainly how they’re being treated at the contract position and the competitive rates of contracts based on Covid crisis pay.