Honestly, at the time it was about all I could afford that I was willing to live in.

Your ROI calculation is extremely simplified, and frankly, inaccurate.

Now, they make it extremely difficult during inspections and keep finding things. 

I've gone with another GC that has been very professional and giving honest opinions and concrete numbers on what he plans on doing.

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They are definitely understating expenses or have found a way to live on property, self-manage, and keep expenses to a min through relationships who do jobs on the property for nothing or an extreme discount. 

My question is "how can a realtor who is getting money from the seller to represent them honestly represent both sides in a negotiation?"

The price points are so low in this area and the property needs so much work that i honestly believe a buy and hold is the only way to make money

Here are the specs on the rental income (utilities are not included):Unit 1: $1,550Unit 2: $1,600Unit 3: $1,550Garage: $75Total gross income:Monthly: $4,775Annual: $57,300Overall, even though i have not quite wrapped up this whole experience, i would say it has been an extremely positive one.

The cracks are so extreme that it almost looks like the bottom is going to fall out because they create a nearly complete semi-circle around the edge.