To buy this new 8plex I would have to refinance my current 8plex and increase the mortgage from 170k to 510k (170k+320k for new 8plex+20k for acquisition fees or other things)This is my current property (8plex)This is my current property after refinancing (8plex)This will be my new 8plexI should also add the the new property is in very good shape.

@Kent Ernst Whats the condition of the units?

What condition are the units?  

I haven't shopped around for insurance for a few years now, but I noticed a significant increase in how much we pay for our Texas  rentals.What REPUTABLE (with good/excellent history of paying out in case of fire) insurers would you recommend? 

I haven't shopped around for insurance for a few years now, but I noticed a significant increase in how much we pay for our Texas rentals.What REPUTABLE (with good/excellent history of paying out in case of fire) insurers would you recommend?

It's not real easy for me to tell since you don't know exact size and condition (even if there are some pics).

That can happen in a hot market, or it can happen in a crashed market, and any and all points in between, and a true investor will be willing and able to pull the trigger on such a deal at any time and any market condition.

Hello,I just reviewed my homeowners insurance policy for my duplex, and noticed it will increase $130 per year, which starts next month if I choose to renew.

I would think it would be part of the budget (a Maintenance Item) and then everyone assessed for it, by a small increase in your monthly HOAs.  

I also like the north Fort Worth area, with a lot of new construction I feel like the area will continue to increase in value.