You simply must do a full analysis, there is no easy way out.But if you're like me and you know that you only want to invest in certain types of properties using only certain types of strategies in terms of financing, then you can probably zero in on the type of cap rate that you know you need to get, relative to the loan rate and use that as a rough guide for quickly evaluating new properties as they come to you.

I think the foundation issues (relatively common in this part of Texas) currently prevent many people who'd otherwise buy this house as a primary residence from considering it.

Or, do it twice, and hold the third one (be into that one a bit cheaper, relative to rent), and you're in a position to keep going.

I know this is relatively old news, but these guys turned my life upside down and bailed, if anyone has current info, please share. 

I have a relative who has 350 units, and the 50% operating expense holds true.

I'm still young having recently graduated university I deal with high net worth individuals daily in relation to property investment worldwide with a particular focus on the emerging markets.

She has been licensed here for over 20 years, but is very new with this very large RE Company, but it is also relatively new--maybe just a few years old.

In addition, yes - you could certainly get a job related to real estate while you're in college.

The TRUTH is that the vast majority of newbies in the rental business fail in a relatively short period of time.

Thanks, RickI found eventually some info on this topic, but all related to foreclosures scams.