When deciding between new construction and resale properties, consider the advantages of warranties and modern features versus potential savings and immediate occupancy.

It is technically "move in ready" but it is a 3 bedroom house versus a duplex where we can hope for 4 beds (and 2 doors) which would mean greater rental income.

This provides some protection if the GP neglects responsibilities during foreclosure.Ability to expedite taking control: Bridge lenders may push for a deed-in-lieu to more quickly take control of a defaulted property versus a lengthier foreclosure process.

Weigh the cost of your current payment plus a heloc payment versus a long term fixed rate on a DSCR loan or whatever route you plan to go.

I have seen 2 recent studies comparing the initial cost of renting versus owning.  

Here is what I find surprising, it is up to you to prove the work did not need a permit versus vice versa.  

 +200/mo versus -$100/mo isn't stopping the train from veering off it's tracks when **** gets south.

For example, the unemployment rate, relatively low, is 6.5% versus MA's 3.5%It's been a long time since I was more familiar with Springfield, so I'm not sure about the impact of the casino.In general, similar to other working class cities like Fitchburg, in Springfield I'd imagine you'd fine the following conditions:- Attractive Cap rates- Medium vacancy- You're paying a realtor or property management company to find tenants (in higher end cities the tenants pay the realtor fee)- Section 8 tenants -- could be a negative or positive, depending on your view.

Hi @Jonathan Greene, do you have any insights on the accuracy of Rentometer versus the BP Rent Estimator?

For those following this thread, this article does a good job of explaining the differences in protection provided by LLC versus Umbrella insurance, with specific scenarios included.http://www.themoneycommando.com/umbrella-policy-vs-llc-asset-protection-part-2/