You want to make sure you have a healthy reserve, especially just starting out.

That depends on several factors like how common Section 8 is, their caseload, COVID, the economy, etc.I stopped accepting Section 8 because the paperwork is ridiculously time-consuming for me as a Landlord with little benefit and the process takes two months.

Of course I think many of them, but I don't think the average consumer is going to be happy with calling people who never stepped in the house.

The photos can and should show action, not just static pics, and as things are getting competitive again lazy listers will be punished and those of us who put in effort for consumer psychology will stand out. 

Would a cashout refi still allow a healthy amount of cashflow?

I hope you’re all healthy and enjoying continued success.

Hey everyone (lenders and investors alike),I hope you all have been staying healthy and sane during all of this.A very good friend and are looking to invest in real estate.

The short answer is that vacancy rates declined over the past months, but recently I've been seeing a healthy pickup in demand, and I expect this to continue. 

We will always work for solutions not involving the courts, since eviction filings are expensive and time consuming and not good for anyone. 

Real estate investment could be a bit hard and time consuming for the first time but it's worth it.