They trust me because I find them good deals and am bound by the ethics of law. 

Cash flow is challenging to get with interest rates being higher, but possible if you find the right deal.

I have created a spreadsheet for quick analysis (with the 2% rule, 12% cash on cash, total ROI of 15% per year, etc) and have just been analyzing any Zillow deals that pop up.

Each tenant with a Section 8 voucher has a unique rental obligation.

The new investment earns $24,000 a year, but the mortgage + the equity loan cost will be $22,332—and that’s before you account for taxes, insurance, maintenance, capital expenditures, vacancies, etc.

But I'm also curious about what has worked best for each of you and why!

-The property does have back property taxes, so I will need to contact the county assessor to find out information on paying those at/after closing, but I want to use that in negotiations for price/terms, as the taxes are now almost 3 years delinquent and tax foreclosure is coming this November if not paid (in full or in payments, tax assessor will know for sure).For context, its a 2 bed 2 full bath (1/1 each side) just under 1,800 sq ft. total, thinking rent for the larger side would be $1250ish and the smaller side $950ish, purchase price I'm unsure of but I would start at $120k due to burn damage and back taxes.

Keep learning and building your knowledge, as each step will help you grow and succeed as an investor.

The owner whose HVAC was clogged has been uncooperative and is refusing to pay us the cost of the damages.

Why are you giving your friend a deal on the rent?