These metrics provide a clear picture of a property's profitability, rate of return, and ability to cover debt obligations.Why Are Underwriting Tricks So Important?

I know some great syndicators and I personally partner with investors on deals and typically get them returns in the 15-25% range depending on the type of deal. 

So I put years of work into renovating a couple run down buildings to provide apartments for people, did all the work myself and then was laid off my job.Since then I've been pursuing this dream of being self employed before its all over.

Depending how much you earn you can step up those savings by getting a side-hustle.

Additionally, participating in Section 8 can contribute to your community by providing affordable housing to those in need.

Are you doing a turn down service at night, providing meals etc?

However, this requires careful legal handling.Other options:Reverse Mortgage: If your parents are over 62 and the home is their primary residence, a reverse mortgage might be an option to access equity without monthly payments.Home Equity Loan or HELOC: If you have significant equity, consider a home equity loan or HELOC to cover your parents’ rental expenses, then repay it over time.The Good: Co-ownership can provide financial relief and shared responsibilities.

These are typically utilities provided by the municipality.

It depends on the number of Units, Residential or Commercial, Apartment Complex or mix of Single Family and Multifamily.Under 25 unit  - Tenant Cloud, RentechUnder 100 - Then Doorloop/Buildium.100+ - AppFolio, Yardi, Rent Manager.Apartment Management : Yardi seems to be wildly usedSingle Family ( Mixed ) - AppFolio seems to be popularRent manager has a good customer support team.

It depends on your market and timing.