Tenants keep unit clean $35K MLS-2180280532730 Berrell - 3BR 2 story -  Long term tenants, $645/month, pay well each month, unit will need rehab (windows, floors, paint, probably kit/bath if desired) $32K MLS- 2180280611776 Republic Ave. - 2 BR flat with full basement, somewhat finished Vacant, needs rehab: Kitchen cabinets and counter are in good condition, unit needs flooring, paint, tub kid, 2nd bath in basement, upgraded elec. panel- $15K MLS - 218028374

For a duplex, IF utilities are cleanly split, I look for more like a 1.1 to 1.15% MROI since they don't have the market gain potential and are usually sold to another investor.

Tenants in one unit are great people and clean but are paying under market value.

Find a good inspector that is trusted by professionals in your area and get a good pulse on the effective life of your big ticket items (Roof, HVAC, HW heater, etc.) and calculate out how much each will cost to replace, then do the math backwards for what you need to put aside for CAPex and maintenance. 

I don't think I should count the missed principal payments as cash flow because that is in effect reducing my equity in my property, but what about the interest I would not be paying for those two months?

The issue is that he will be effectively "removed" from CONUS and not able to put hands on anything while gone.

Would require new interior paint, exterior cleaning, flooring to replace carpet (when home is vacant)From the surface this looks like a good deal but I am only starting to learn about this market.

(No Snowball Effect)2.

Ok the scenario.Recently closed on an investment townhome with a nicely landscaped back patio.......a small but clean little trek deck and some nice pavers that created an attractive useable space.

The benefits of commercial loans are that you essentially wipe the slate clean with a blanket loan for your existing portfolio and can using Fannie/Freddie for your next properties.