I usually offer $25 less per month for 2-yr than the 1-yr renewal option depending on rent range.

Could be the master, a second master, or any old bedroom depending on how much you want to maximize income.

Lots of traffic through open houses and listings/pendings are comparable with a year ago (depending on the county).

I have a similar set up in Colorado Springs - it depends on your insurance company.

Identifying the replacement properties is the first potential pitfall.Although you are only required to identify replacement properties during the 45-day window, you may lose your tax deferment if you are unable to or choose not to close on them.

I need to know the percentages of the options I have available to choose in order to be able to calculate the EV and choose the best option, the one that will give me the best return.

=> Depends on whether you're in a double-close state or not.

And it also depends on your overall financial/tax situation.

@Jaci Sattler when you cashflow will depend on the Property Class you target and how INTENSE & patient you are in looking for an acquisition.Many new investors think they have to pay close to market price for a rental.

You could also choose to take on these fees instead of having your tenants pay them.