Hello all, I am a retail center investor based in Dallas, TX, looking to connect with other individuals who are passionate about this asset class.

Similar to #2 but its based on the eye test, looks for rundown homes in your target neighborhood.

-Most leasees never exercise so 3 to 5 years from now... you keep the option fee, and had the benefit of rent that was probably above the market rate for your area.The drawback is that you don't get the ~$250k(after selling expenses) to play with. 

Decide which game you want to play.

I am looking at this as a cash flow play and would like to know if this neighbourhood has the potential for rental hikes around 3 to 5 percent in the next 5 years?

In this post I'll share some insights based on my findings and some data to showcase why this market is a great opportunity.About This Market: Parma, Ohio boasts a stable population driven by affordable housing prices relative to national averages.

Based on the information that you have given, the loan application would be in your name since you seem to be the only one employed and use the rental income (75% of rent) to fully qualify you using your employment income, rental income versus your liabilities.

I've got a rental that was a new construction in 2022, so no property tax was defined yet (based only on land value.

This includes individuals who primarily have W-2 income from employment, basic investment income, and perhaps own a home or have standard deductions.Rental Property: If you have one or two rental properties and feel comfortable managing the related expenses and deductions, tax software can handle this level of complexity, especially if your transactions are straightforward and well-documented.Complex Scenarios: Hiring a CPAWhen to Consider: As your financial life becomes more complex—such as owning multiple rental properties, running a business, dealing with investment incomes, or having special tax considerations (like inheritance or foreign income)—the benefits of hiring a CPA increase.Cost Consideration: Hiring a CPA typically costs at least $1,000 to file your taxes, which can increase based on the complexity of your return.

I actually use 4 different attorneys based on their skill set and the project in front of me.My 2 cents.Mike