So you would be getting a hit of $1,642.5 per month on the properties based on the numbers you provided approximately.

You have a leg up on most in that you understand regiment, organization, responsibility, and dependability. 

I was just approved for $235k on my primary home and I have no personal debt.  

I just picked up the book on investing in real estate with no (and low) money down.

Electrical, plumbing, the list could go on and on.

Many advisors don’t understand the complexities of real estate investing, fail to provide tax strategies, and, unfortunately, some are more focused on selling products for commissions rather than offering real value.That said, not all financial advisors are the same.

This gives me some additional perspective on reasonable price range.

As Zach said in his post, 80% is the max LTV on a rate and term refi.

The issue is most accountants think what he says on this topic is not accurate.

I’m being realistic about margins on my first deal, especially considering hard money.