How do you guys determine cash flow for a property, assuming it’s fresh of the MLS.

If cash flow is your top priority, Cleveland's reliable rents and predictable income could be a strong contender.

I am interested in peoples thoughts on what to do with it.I could use the money as a down payment for a rental property, I would just need to make sure the profit covers not only that property, but my new equity loan, which I feel could be a challenge to find a property that cash flows that much.Or I could look at doing a flip, and just use the equity and a hard/private money loan, then just pay it off afterwards.What does everyone think the best use of this money would be?

I’m looking to buy my first property, I ran the numbers and the cash flow is roughly $500 a month with both units occupied.. but what happens if I buy the Multi-Fam in todays high priced market and rent prices went down in the next couple of years.

You also haven't accounted for capital expenses, vacancies, maintenance, or the solar panel payment in your cash flow calculation.

The only time it makes sense to seller finance is if it needs considerable rehab and you hold a loan short term (12 months) to let them fix it up.

We've analyzed many of traditional vacation rental markets in the US and the Smoky Mountains (Pigeon Forge, Gatlinburg, Sevier County) offers a great combination of a double digit cash flow, equity appreciation, and a stable regulatory environment.

Those loans only look at your credit score and whether the property is cash flowing.

Take that into consideration when negotiating with the tenant.I would tell them they have two choices: pay me 75% of the amount owed and I close their account, or they go to collections and pay the entire amount.If they refuse to pay you, send them to collections.

Especially when deals aren't flowing through your pipeline, it almost seems like when one comes around, investors almost lower their standards in order to get a deal.