The 2% rule is just a general guideline for analyzing a particular property.  

Things like back taxes, title encumbrances, insurance issues, etc, etc are all things to consider, so make sure you have the time, capital and resources in place if you decide to move forward and make sure you figure all this into your calculations when analyzing the property.

If anyone needs any help in analyzing markets, property management and buying and selling , I am more than willing to share the information /services I have available. 

Hello Everyone,I have been told by a few people that it would be a good idea for me to practice analyzing properties, so that when I am ready to purchase my own, I will be able to analyze it without much difficulty.I have tried to do that, but when I find properties online, the realtor does not include most of the information.May I know how you go about finding property information?

Before finalizing, visit the and try the investment calculations and deal analysis forums locate under the Analyze tab.

Just analyze the market and see what the rents are going for.

I'm working with multiple analysis tools as well as my own custom one to try and analyze properties to purchase.

Im a "Real" business despite popular belief.

Of all the markets I work with, Philly is the most popular right now even.

A tool used to help us analyze a deal.