Going into a potential deal, I look at the track record of appreciation (sales comps) in the immediate area, not the general area, and based solely on properties that are within 10% higher/lower in sq ftg than the property I'm looking at.I have a goal of a specific number ()in dollars, NOT percentages) that I need to achieve in appreciation. 

While much attention is given to the Federal Funds rate, the real concern lies in the potential scarcity of capital in debt markets.

My partners and I have a property that would cash flow right when we buy it and of course there is potential to possibly almost double monthly rents.

You'll want to make sure you do your research in the local market, find an agent that works with investors, and put together a team of contractors or find a local GC. 

Hi Olu, I haven't used it personally, but it looks like potentially a good option.

It is currently rented out to standard tenants but I am interested in potentially converting to a care home model.

The vetting of a contractor and having a 203k consultant involved is a small price to pay for getting 110% ARV LTV potential for someone with little experience. 

The potential to both diversify broadly and own "hands-off" institutional real estate can be very powerful, and many of our investors have done just that. 

Could also potentially get a 2nd behind the first at 2.99%.

Potential ways to spread their tax burden over years as well.