We monitor return rates, but they are pointless...the ultimate measure is campaign ROI...so, even if we mailed 1,000 pieces and got one deal, we could have a huge ROI....versus saying we got x response rate and considering that important...I'd be glad to talk more about this..

I don't really have any experience with creative financing measures, we've used our own funds for all of our properties and plan to continue doing so.

Point being, if your goal is 7-10% returns, I think you can aim higher with the right investments.If your primary goal is income, then there is something to be said for paying cash and ditching the P&I payments.

@Taylor Smith- Pretax cash flow- After tax cash flow based off the buyes effective tax rate- After tax cash flow plus pay down on principle- After tax cash flow plus pay down on principle and appreciationThats what I measure on top of the things you mentioned.

Or the wife sitting in front of 2x4 aimed at her head & just hoping they're not rear ended.

I have been measuring deals against this project ever since and has made it extremely frustrating not being able to find anything like this again.

Flashlight for sure.Maybe a tape measure and some screwdrivers?

To that aim I networked with a local, private lender who told me he would help fund/partner with me for my first deal.To start, I obviously need to come to the table with a target property and financial analysis showing that the deal makes sense.  

I’m starting to focus more on 3-4 units but in Worcester the Duplex seem to take the cake for less immediate/expensive corrective measures needed as soon as purchased.

You should be aiming for 60% or higher savings rate to free up cash to plow into investments to get the train running.2.