As much as it pains me and my insurance rates to say this, my rentals are aimed for college students.

I'm currently interviewing companies using the BP property management interview worksheet, but would always love to hear a testimonial from an actual user.So far, AIM Corporation, Icon Properties, and HMS Companies have been impressive.Thoughts?

One of the wall heaters has a broken ignitor button right now that needs repaired, so I have had an Edenpure electric heater in there this past month to supplement the one wall heater and of course that increased electric bill a lot.

Our aim is to purchase a home in the Elkhart area since we have relatives there who we can stay with while we make the place livable.

PS: I will supplement any information that will help devise a solution :-)Michael

Although the difference is still great ($900), at least I know what to aim for now.Thanks  everyone.

Your goals can range from full time investing to some passive income streams to supplement your W2 income.   3) Determine the type of investing you to narrow your focus and start the deep dive into that specific type of investing. 

Our thoughts are that she could transfer/gift them to me to take over and I would in turn split the cash flow with her to supplement her retirement income.

Same thing as above but you want to aim way higher than 8% for your cash on cash return. e.g. $100,000 distressed property. $40,000 rehab. $28,000 down payment (20%) for purchase and rehab loan.

Through strategic property selection, value-add improvements, secure financial practices, and creative financing, I aim to build a robust and profitable real estate portfolio.