Hi BPers,I wrote my fist Blog but not sure how the Blog post linked to forums in terms of members exposure.

I'm on the side cash flow with appreciation as a bonus, having learned my lesson.  

My goal is to find a first property (apartment, single family home, or duplex) that will generate positive net income (any appreciation in value is a bonus, but I'm not factoring that into my business plan).

I'm fairly ineperienced at calculating rate of return and such like, but regular exposure to BP helps a lot.

Additionally, we've used bonuses from re-upping and even have purchased two houses while overseas. 

Find a deal that works with conservative numbers and then if you can reduce those numbers (management, maintenance, cap ex) then consider that additional cash flow bonus and temporary.

The numbers seem to work without having to rely on appreciation but that would be a bonus in a few years if this neighborhood follows what has happened just 5 minutes away.Thanks for your thoughts.

The numbers seem to work without having to rely on appreciation but that would be a bonus in a few years if this neighborhood follows what has happened just 5 minutes away.Thanks for your thoughts.

The house was a 2/1 with a bonus room and I was able to convert it a 3/2 with permits and got it rented within 2 months.

Some people falsely think they must price high because everyone will be looking to offer low to begin with, but when you price it right from the get go, you generate the most exposure to your property and increase the chance of multiple offers coming in.Finally, not trying to pick a fight but I find your attitude to be a bit offputting.