So I have a part time job to pay the Bill's. But since I dont have an self directed 401k I need to do something with the money. Looking for suggestions. I'm wanting to pull the trigger (3 years on BP) but want to know...

https://www.statesman.com/news/20190801/dallas-fed-austin-economy-continues-strong-expansionJob growth has surpassed 2018 and 2017 growing by an annual 4.7% and unemployment below 3%.

If the rent can be increased based on energy efficient features, what percentage of increase would be possible?

I like the search features: https://www.biggerpockets.com/searchAlerts can be really helpful too: http://www.biggerpockets.com/alerts

Episode # 9 of the podcast featured, @Ann Bellamy.

If you have high end properties then that might be a concern.The unemployment rate is at an all time low.The economy is doing exceptionally well so there is no need to worry anytime soon in my opinion.

There are alternatives to RealeFlow, but if you are specifically looking for something to help you with estimating rehab costs here are the features I would look for:#1 Estimate Starter Templates/Databases - Do they provide Estimate Starter Templates & Database pre-built with common repair items and unit prices that can help you get started?

Thus far I came with the following metrics:Rental Yields (historic and projection)Mortgage Interest Rates (historic and projection)The spread between the two aboveTaxes (Upon purchase, tax on rent and on capital gains)Tourism (trend)GDP per Capita (historic and projections)Median purchase price per SQFMedian rental price per SQFMedian Free income (after income tax)Nearby Hospitals (existing and planned)Nearby Airports (existing and planned)DoingBusiness Score (various criteria related to Real Estate )Population Growth rates (historic and projections)Nearby Public TransportationDivorce RatesAverage Marriage AgeJob GrowthHousehold Debt (trend and projection)Country Debt (trend and projection)Is there a financial institute that will refinance an asset I purchase at 75% LTV or more (implementing BRRRR)Owners:Renters RatioTenant or Landlord biased law systemHi Tech corporates planning to open HQs in the areaCurrency Inflation/Deflation (historic and projections)Construction permits (historic and projections)Constructions starts (historic and projections)New apartments soldNew apartments median priceExisting apartments SoldExisting apartments median priceTotal debt through Mortgages (historic and projections)Unemployment Rates (Historic and projections)Average number of dates a new/existing apartment is for saleOther demographic attributes and preferences of the locals Thanks,Alon

I know that making repairs and adding neighborhood-friendly features is of principle importance for raising the value of single-family residences, while increasing cash flow is the bottom line for raising value on properties with 5+ units.

Another thing that's really annoying with Zillow is they seem to have a problem with properties not bought and sold via MLS.With MLS sold properties they seem to be able to carry most of the information correctly.But with private sale they do not have info on them and if you claim it as your property and edit the details, features, uploaded photos, in about a month or so this information will be erased automatically.