It is not uncommon, especially with multifamily properties, that days on the market actually equates to days that the tenant is being difficult and won't agree to let buyers see the space.

So its never an easy equation.

We could take out a large heloc, but would have to figure that into the equation.

Also, and not to be a downer, but the property tax rate in El Paso is just over 3%, so make sure that is part of your equation.

However, if you purchased near May of this year it may be worth considering as your value may be down (my market is down ~10% since May which is substantial as the 10% equates to ~$100k).  

This equates to high vacancy costs.Vacancy cost is a function ofLength of tenant stay <<<This is the killer of profitsTime to rentMonthly carrying costsThe skill of the property manager to select good tenants (a rare skill)Construction materials usedIn between tenant renovation costBelow is a chart including the estimated annual vacancy provision for the three major tenant segments in Las Vegas.There is another significant issue with the tenant segments who occupy low-cost housing.

You look to data, numbers, and from those you develop equations and then you build your spaceship and blast off.Math is absolute truth, .. there is a reason the saying "numbers don't lie" exist.The reason why I am successful is because I dropped the ego, dropped the stubbornness, dropped emotion, pride... and I looked towards numbers data analysis.

Clothing makes an impression for sure but nothing equates to the impression that your own authenticity leaves on others (BTW ..as to the original purpose of this post it really doesn't matter at a bank) 

It's a part of the equation, but a part of growing up is to slowly go further and figure out your own way.

Like @Daniel Hyman says, it may be your ability to attract others and their capital (or, OPM) but in general you need to bring something to the table to make the equation work.