Hi All,I am in contract with one small duplex in Bakersfield CA area(zip code - 93305) and need some guidance from expert investors to see if these numbers make sense.Offer Price: 100k (1bd/1ba and 2bd/1ba) - 1500 sq ft duplexCurrent Rents: 495+650 = 1145 per monthExpenses = $500 pm(Maintenance, Property management, real estate taxes, replacement reserve, Insurance) Mortgage (Interest + Principal ) = $405 pmCash Flow = $240 per monthCoC = ~ 10%There is deferred maintenance of $10k-15k on the property which I might negotiate to split 50-50 with the seller.The market rents are around $650(1bd) - $750 (2bd) so there is a possibility of increasing rent by another $250 which will increase my cash flow even further.Why am I interested in this property,- With small down payment, I can get my feet wet into REI and learn the overall business (working with property management, tenants, maintaining investment property away from your hometown etc.)- Within my state so I can drive there in 4 hours if I have to.- Planning to buy and hold for multiple years and initially check if it really cash flows (and passively) or notMy Concerns/Questions- The property is 1939 so what if big expense like HVAC or Roof comes up in few years?

There are 5 vacant spots but we have discovered the following zoning code:"Nonconforming mobile homes once removed shall be replaced within thirty (30) days of removal or forfeit nonconforming status, and if replaced shall not infringe on established setbacks, and shall meet in full the requirements of section 6-1 of this ordinance.

Thanks .1) Purchase price: $149,900 (this is the asking price, I'm pretty sure I can submit a lower   offer due to how long it's been on the market)2) Renting for: $1,725/mo (I believe there's some room for increase, the owner have not increased rent in several years and CMA $1,800 to $2,100)3) Property Taxes: $144.92/mo 4) Mortgage with 20% down @ 4% interest: $572/mo5) Other expenses (Vacancy(5%), CapEx(8%), Management(8%), Repairs(5%), Insurance, Misc(5%)): ($86+$138+$138+$86+$85+$85) = $6186) Total expenses with mortgage, tax, etc = $1,490.11 7) Monthly cash flow: $389.07.        50% rule: $289.89  the zip code of this property is 77082  So what am I doing wrong?

There's lots of updating that could be done to head down a BRRRR path in this unit, and it cashflows quite nicely at the LP...but...Property was already appraised at 10k higher than my offer, but sewer inspection showed multiple cast iron pipe and non-code stack issues that will most likely be 10-20k of work (my guess, haven't gotten formal estimate yet).  

Especially as it relates to code compliance, zoning and taxes.

I have couple of questions from people who are well versed with this zip code and can offer valuable suggestions / recommendations, if any. - Is New Port Richey a nice area to invest from a buy and hold perspective?

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I keep track of checks and dates received.I use a SUM function to see how much is owed, how much outstanding and total interest rate.I can color code redeemed properties a different color.It is super easy to customize. and once you set it up it automates everything but entering the data once you get a redemption check or a deed.You can copy over the tab to a new one and start a new year with all your formulas intact.

If you choose to do the renovation or remodel the basement, find out what the code is for the work including any egress windows or exits, to be done, pull the permits and do the work. or hire it out. 

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