I strongly despise when costs of mentorship start to impact the mentee's already limited ability to put a down payment on a property.

The market was increasing and we were able to find an off-market deal from some friends who held the property for over a year had no interest in fixing it up.

I have bought 2 long term rental properties with my brother.

Albeit, when we building materials started to increase significantly, that complicated things and we had to just keep going.You will lose MORE if you sell a half-built property, than if you take it to completion. 

I wanted to share a few strategies that have really worked for us when it comes to maximizing ROI on rental properties.

Most investors believe there’s one market value for a property, and it’s usually closely related to appraised value.

Don't think you need to buy the first property that comes your way (I did that initially...actually just sold it at a break-even after all expenses).

I was disappointed to see that the data was not updated (specifically for SFH MLS listed properties).

As far as closing costs go, see below:-Title fees-Title insurance-Hazard Insurance-Lender's closing fee, underwriting fee, or any other flat fee they charge-Origination fee-Attorney fee (if the property is in an attorney state)-Doc fee for closing docs-Prepaid interest through the end of the month you are closing-Recording and transfer fees on titleThat will cover most of your normal closing fees. 

Broker and Property Manager here in Clarksville, TN.