I remember thinking it was a great idea, but wanted to make sure before setting up something like that, that I understand the pros (so I can tell others why it is a benefit) and the cons (why we may not want to do so). 

Is it possible to occupy a unit for one month, move out, and still benefit from the 3.5-5% down payment?  

What are the benefits/negatives of each?

I've been toying with the idea of getting into rentals as some more supplemental income, and although I've struggled with the math as far as justification, i believe the main reasons folks here by rentals (please correct if I'm wrong) are: Cashflow (although I've seen people do deals eg on Roofstock for only $100-200/mo) + appreciation (when sold) + taxesSo assuming I'm correct there, then the potential tax benefits are 30% of the reason to do rentals.

Another benefit would getting him to move down on price, letting him know that he would be making money on the interest.I believe one of the units has a new roof on there but the other one is getting older. 

My partner is looking into refinancing his existing rental property that is on an adjusted rate.

This is sometimes the overriding benefit for owners that are at a point they could sell, but don’t want to and want to enjoy life.

Hello.  I’m wondering if anyone can give some insight as to what tax advantages there are to being an equity partner on the down payment of a commercial deal?  Do you still see tax advantages of depreciation and how c...

sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&sou...Here's a really good spreadsheet to run ROI numbers and you can tinker with it and adjust as needed. 

Just try different tactics and adjust to your market.