We bought at a great time (2011-2013) and at prices that equated to a "2% to 3% rule." 10% was way too high and a couple of years later he brought it down to 7%. 10% was unsustainable and 7% made it more break even.I am sitting on a substantial equity position but I would not do this again.

same with the  purchase scenario  ( both on a sfr and a duplex) …...are  any duplexes in beacon hill ( or any areas  available that  fit your plans )  market is flattening but  ….the  good  buys are still fetching  quick multiple offers if interested in buying - get  pre approved ..

Father's removal will be a gift to daughter for federal tax purposes and a gift-tax return will need to be filed, and unused lifetime credit will be reduced, or, if already all used, gift tax must be paid. 

Our tech scene may not yet truly rival that of the Bay Area, but the California markets are quickly pricing themselves out of some promising young talent - talent that has started looking east for lower overheads and a more dynamic, inclusive, culture.

I've looked in Oshkosh, Neenah, Menasha, and a little bit in Appleton because those are most familiar to me. 

It includes land value, amenities, and a lot of stuff that is not GLA.

I have a property management rental/sales company and a couple separate LLC's for personal real estate holdings. 

I just finished out my first year in REI with two units cash flowing and a purchase of a flip house that has yet to be started.

Especially in FL your primary is your bedrock, anchor, safety net and basically untouchable except for foreclosure - just as OJ and Burt Reynolds and a few others can attest to. 

For most people the ascent with be a gradual one and as you gain experience you will also gain momentum but like anything else you have to become a good manager of your business and need to make wise decision.