I think I'm going to have to start over hereLet me explain my business model to youLet's say you're licensed agent and you were prospecting for listings have taken that approachLet's also say that you're going after expired listings that tried to sell traditionally with an agent and didn't work outI am trying to help that's seller fix the problemHe's already tried with one agent and I have to be differentI explained to the seller has a couple different things we can do one we can sell traditionally like he did before and make sure that the price that's being offered is the perfect price and I analyze that perfect price compared to his old marketing priceIf the market is changed perhaps I can help him sell and make more money traditionally but I'm also going to show him that he can sell on turns versus cash using a lease with option or a wraparound mortgageOnce he sees these three options we can then put together an ad on the MLS selling for cash or termsSee my blog for details :)

Perhaps we will take a look at properties west of our area and see how they compare to potential midwest opportunities.

If you're using a realtor they should be able to provide you with a sales & rental comparative Market Analysis (CMA).  

It also will help you minimize your tax liability now.You can learn more about it in my BP blog where it's compared with SD IRA:http://www.biggerpockets.com/blogs/2810/blog_posts...Hope this helps.

-Comparing other hotel tax assessments in your area doesn't tell you anything.  

As far as banks/credit unions vs. mortgage brokers, the rates should be comparable but you likely have a relationship with a local lender which should help your case.

Especially with business and spreadsheets and all the little options the droid gives you over apple.If you like your iPhone then right on, but have you had a droid to compare it to?

If you find comparable properties with similar square footage, features, bedrooms/bathrooms that are renting for a price that you find acceptable as an investor, then the investment to improve your property might be worth it.

You can also look at the areas of Garland that feed the Richardson ISD.In general, you'll find the North & Far North Dallas areas command higher rents than other comparable looking areas of the Metroplex - ie Southwest Arlington.  

agents always send me some foreclosure properties that need some work. and then they say make a bid and see what the bank says.how come they do that compared to the foreclosure auctions where there are a bunch of investors outside the house making live bids?