Builders and developers are increasingly turning to leasing as an alternative when they cannot sell homes at their desired price points.To succeed in this market, sellers need to be realistic about pricing and be prepared to make concessions.

When the transaction closes, the purchase is funded, and we set aside additional funds in an escrow account to pay predetermined professionals to make any required or desired repairs or upgrades to a property AFTER the buyers settle on the purchase transaction.

- What zoning is desirable? 

They are ranked (using the price-and-rent-growth weighting algorithm) as follows:80003804018021980017800108021280239801048024980226Let’s see the average monthly price growth map again with just the top 10 zip codes:Now let’s look at the average monthly rent growth for the top 10 ranked zip codes.And now let’s look at the rent-price ratios for the top 10 zip codes:Now let’s take a look at the prices for each of these zip codes:So far, 80003 and 80219 look like the best zip codes for buy-and-hold strategies close to the front range (if we ignore Aurora, CO completely).What are your thoughts?

With a mix of residential and commercial developments, it’s an attractive option for multi-family investments.Zionsville: This charming town northwest of Indianapolis features a lovely downtown area and is recognized for its strong sense of community and top-notch schools, making it a desirable place for renters.Avon: Situated to the west of Indianapolis, Avon is rapidly growing and offers a variety of residential options.

The real problem is that the vast number of beginning investors never bother to learn their state landlord tenant codes before they invest.This is my pet peeve with new investors...trying to operate a business requiring knowing the law without having the desire to learn.They should never be allowed near tenants, they need a PM.On the other hand responsible investors that learn the laws first I would strongly advise self managing.

A cap rate is essentially a measure of desirability for the market or neighborhood the property is in. 

The small market research I did initially by looking at rental sites seem to show a low amount of options in the 1 bedroom and 1 bath range so unsure if that means that they are desirable or just not many in St.

The motivation of a government agency for example can be based on a public servants wanting of revenge, desire for increased visibility or even political ambition.  

But it would be wise to listen to what he wants, because you should always want to know what your customers desire.