This number is useful ONLY when several properties have the same cash/cash (roi) and then you can use it to choose which property costs you less to buy - - drop it too.The number that matters - - the number that puts $$$ into your bank account - -       is the NOI as noi/12 is cash per month coming to you. 

check out all of the youtube videos about podio including integrating globiflow and vumber.

Basements around here usually have problems which are costly to remedy.Now, I was watching a video of replacement of a drain pipe under a slab house.

They called and told me the keys were on the counter, that the house was clean, and it was ready for the next tenant to move in.Click on the link below to see my YouTube video of what I found.

we need your help to choose the business entity that is appropriate to our goals in REI. my partner and i are focusing on multifamily home rentals with sec8. we are trying to build passive income and maybe do flips on the side in illinois where we reside. do you think we should incorporate our business name with LLC or S-corp?

My tenant called about a strange issue she is having with her dryer and sent a video to verify the symptoms.  

You may choose to hire an interior designer, or perhaps seek out talent at the local interior design school.

Also I would conduct a inspection of the premises, bring along a 3rd party so no bs gets made up, and document the current condition of the unit with photos or videos.

Ok, now that you have taken your initial step, below are some quick links to get engaged.Since you expressed an interest in the three most popular niches, I added all of them for your review, as well as Podcast 042 that focuses on wholesaling.http://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2013/02/22/buying-rental-property/ (how to buy a rental property)http://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2014/01/07/flipping-houses/ (step by step guide to flips)https://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2015/01/31/ultimate-beginners-guide-real-estate-wholesaling-2/ (Ultimate beginners guide to wholesaling)https://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2013/10/31/wholesaling-podcast-mike-nelson/ (BP Podcast 042 - wholesaling) http://www.biggerpockets.com/startherehttp://www.biggerpockets.com/meetSetting up Keyword AlertsHow to Use @Mentions on BiggerPocketshttps://www.biggerpockets.com/ruleshttps://www.biggerpockets.com/inviteshttps://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/categorieshttps://www.udemy.com/biggerpockets-real-estate-investing-course/ (video with 64 lectures and approx 6hrs of material)https://www.biggerpockets.com/real-estate-investing (Ultimate beginner's guide to REI)REI can be very daunting, but, before you go searching for that 1st buy, please take a few minutes to bone up on the tips in link below.https://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2014/12/19/real-estate-investing-success-smart-tips/REI books suggested by BPershttps://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2015/11/13/7-real-estate-books-beginner-investors/ (7 absolute must read books for beginner REI)http://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2013/04/14/best-real-estate-books/?

I personally choose everything in my own name with higher liability coverage.