But I seem to read a lot of negative reviews from tenants and it is concerning.

Your guidance is incredibly valued, and I am grateful for the opportunity to have received your advice.

:Class A Properties:Cashflow vs Appreciation: Typically, 3-5 years for positive cashflow, but you get highest relative rent & value appreciation.Vacancy Est: Historically 10%, 5% the more recent norm.Tenant Pool: Majority will have FICO scores of 680+, zero evictions in last 7 years.Class B Properties:Cashflow vs Appreciation: Typically, decent amount of relative rent & value appreciation.Vacancy Est: Historically 10%, 5% should be applied only if proper research done to support.Tenant Pool: Majority will have FICO scores of 620-680, some blemishes, but should have no evictions in last 5 yearsClass C Properties:Cashflow vs Appreciation: Typically, high cashflow and at the lower end of relative rent & value appreciation.

We My first advice is contact a board certified real estate attorney to review your specific situation. 

My mom recently passed away and we are reviewing her estate in the Philippines.  

However, its true value lies in education, ethical standards, and networking.

Reviews are tightly tied in with cleanliness.

The time value of money kicks in for us and we end up taking a bath on the deal.

How did you add value to the deal?

I did a complete walk through and review of the financials of the 18 units in 4 separate buildings.