Key metrics include After Repair Value (ARV), Repair Costs, and Maximum Allowable Offer (MAO).

Go to trulia and run median rent and SFR costs based on the 100.  

PML and the other lending sources typically have different programs they offer that are less strict on underwriting but that additional risk comes at a cost of usually lower LTV, higher rate, higher points, and shorter duration (think 9-18 month loans instead of 30 year loans).  

I don't know the cost of your fridge, but my CPA would simply expense it.The funny story is a rehabbed a house, bought appliances in a refrigerator, hot water tank and depreciated the entire rehab over 27.5 years.  

I have been working with a platform management company for about a year now and want to expand my horizons and learn other sides of the industry.

They can provide steady rental income and tend to be easier to manage than larger complexes.Management: Since real estate investing can require hands-on management, think about whether you want to manage the property yourself or hire a property management company.

We saw great potential in this low-cost opportunity on McDonald Street, Bluefield, VA.

One post moaning about the high cost of housing with 100s of comments joining the complaining.

Single-Family Homes: These can be a good starting point, offering flexibility and potentially lower upfront costs.

Des Moines may be a smaller market but it is well managed and growing.