Sometimes they might not actually be a deal at all once factored in the amount of work a property may need based on actual rents and property value.

However, I consider their offerings an unbelievable bargain for newbies and I strongly believe that their materials give people a strong organized basis for building their base of knowledge.I also don't think you can generalize about finding communities.

This is just purely based on my walkthrough of the property and I have not had a contractor come through. .My investment criteria is $150 per month per door.

Aloha - I'm considering a few projects in Maui and would appreciate the recommendations of any general contractors who can fit the ROI-based business model of investors (i.e. not going for magazine covers).

My company is based in NorCal and IL. 

My company is based in NorCal and IL, but we are both buyers and private lenders on lower $ ARV SFR properties throughout the U.S.Wishing you continued success.

I'm looking in Seminole heights currently but may expand my search based on what is available.

Based on average rent per unit or sf, number of units, market vacancy, plus possible amenities income, less OE of approximately 40% (ask appraiser for OE ratio or property manager) less replacement reserve ($250 per unit), gives you your appraisal NOI;  Identify sales comps and cap rates (call a local appraiser).  

I'm looking for some solid recommendations on realtors or turnkey companies based out ofMexico.

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