Over the long-run, the S&P500 index beats, practically, all other investments in the world.

Based on comps, improvements, and regional strength, I believe several of the properties have doubled in value in the 4 or 5 years that I have owned them.Not wanting to sell, my thought is to have them reappraised and pull equity.   

Even if you decide to switch the nature of the heating system, you should, and still may well be required, to perform this analysis.A detailed heat-loss model will also help you prioritize and plan improvements to the building envelope - such as air sealing and insulation.A few missing bits of information,  which may assist the BP community to provide you with some helpful ideas, include:size and organisation of the building: SFH, duplex, triplex, etc.

These ad sales are purchased mainly by real estate agents, mortgage professionals, and others who hold an interest in the home buying, selling, and improvement process.

Three years appreciation and minor repair and paydown were flipped into a regular 30 year mortgage.It would never of happened if he didn’t know me and trust me to maintain and improve the property and if he wasn’t in a position that he was satisfied with straight interest and saving transaction costs.I think the NNN scenario has potential for a tired old landlord that wants to retire and still have cash flow, but only to an experienced buyer, not a nubie.

Keeping your mind open is one of the best practices in life.Having said that,  I find myself always questioning interesting points and theorizing on real estate success. 

Another example would be if John never sold the inherited house but used joint funds to make improvements.

BUT if you buy a property with a low cap, then renovate the units/amenities/reduce expenses, raise rents and by that improve your NOI (net operating income), then the cap rate after 1 year will be significantly higher.

If you get your sales person license, you’ll also be allowed to practice prop mgmt.

I know the practical experience is better than any degree but I would like to obtain knowledge practically and theoretically