No, banks cutting commissions on short sales is an ongoing, heated battle with agents.

. $225 (includes heat and hot water)All she pays for utilities is $35/ month in electricity.I could realistically rent this unit out for $1050, possibly more.I have seen the unit and it doesn't need a thing.Would it be a worthwhile to sign the lease option with her?

This past year, we had 13,000 in roof replacement and 10,000 in heating/cooling replacements.

You should look at just investing with Principal Lending Group in Miami.

Some of the newer models provide heating efficiency down to 0F, which has finally made them palatable in our environment.

My next step is to go through with an inspector/contractor.Here are the numbers:Asking price: $250,000Rental Income:2010 = $39,550, 2011 = $39,111, 2012 = $41,990, 2013 YTD = $33,074Rent breakdown by unit:1 - $450, 2 - 500, 3 - 450, 4 - 425, 5 - 425, 6 - 450, 7 - 450, 8 - 425, 9 - 375 (more of an efficiency apt)Expenses:Taxes: 2010 = $12,524, 2011 = $12,110, 2012 = $12,123, 2013 = $12,732Utilities: 2010 = $1075, 2011 = $1378, 2012 = $1208, 2013 YTD = $865...Owner only pays for hot water (gas) in the two top units and for common area lighting and heat.

How old and state of repair on heating, cooling, appliances, utilities, and the roof.

Be sure to look at your heating system If it is electrical its not as efficient, but if its central boiler you have to pay all the gas costs.

Miami, a short sale property listed three days ago.I called on day one, no answer left voice message to call me back.

Miami, a short sale property listed three days ago.