In the short we may see a plateau (in my opinion) so I always advise my clients to make sure they run their numbers to be CF+ and then appreciation is an added bonus in the end.

If you are also able to cashflow then its a bonus.

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You can also "Make" 2% rule properties by doing a conversion to duplex/triplex, or adding a bedroom from a bonus room.As others have pointed out though, the 2% rule in most parts of the US mean it's some insane crazy deal that slipped through the cracks, or more often a C/D area.

Contacts should at least pay your basics and lead gen and closing unknown leads can be your bonus.   

Quick question for everyone in this thread, are we taking into consideration “bonus rooms” that some homes offer?  

Very landlord friendly laws as a bonus.

I think fees for setting up and maintaining an LLC for the property should be included in the expense category as well.  

Have them agree to and sign something saying that they won’t accept any fees and require a full itemized bids and estimates from each sub.Hire someone you trust and pay them well, offer bonuses if the project goes well.