They actually tell criminals the property is vacant.Alarms only work if the police show up quickly, otherwise the thieves are already gone.Appears you have properties in Class C/D areas, there are several other options that we use to minimize breakins & squatters.

. - Bonus Depreciation Recapture form the cost seg you did can be taxed at the marginal rate but this can be minimized the the asset is held for more than 4/5 years. - Capital Gains: Gains from appreciation remain taxed at the capital gains rate, not as ordinary income.

For flips, people look for a quick return with minimal market risk.

It’s flexible and can help you fund deals quickly.Lease Options: Similar to “rent-to-own,” you control a property with minimal upfront costs and can potentially get a cut of the appreciation if you decide to buy it later.Lines of Credit: If you already own a property with equity, a HELOC or business line of credit can give you accessible funds for down payments or renovation costs.House Hacking: This might sound basic, but if you haven’t tried it, it can be a fast track to building up rental income and experience without a ton of cash down.

My assumptions may be off  especially if you get the loan at a reduced rate, but it seems like you would need to get it close to the price you are indicating.

Lease to a Property Management CompanyPartner with a management company that handles the STR or corporate rental for a predictable income with minimal hassle.

Will be good for real estate but might indicate the economy is weaker than we had thought.

This will result in inspection results that more accurately indicate property conditions and promote better living conditions for residents.

As for the value of carrying, I believe it's minimal.

You buy a property at a discount, do minimal work (if any), and then resell it quickly for a profit.