Perhaps it has something to do with the statistical average where in Australia, if you are borrowing 75% on property in the cities or suburbs, it is almost impossible to get positive cash flow ANYWHERE, whereas BP subscribers are aware that in MANY parts of the USA, the opposite is true.

The key will be to remain flexible, understand the local market dynamics, and position themselves to take advantage of the eventual boom when the project comes to life in 2025.

If that co-signer isn't in a position where you can force them to pay if things go sideways, then the fact that they co-signed is just a promise and you can't cash a promise!

:Class A Properties:Cashflow vs Appreciation: Typically, 3-5 years for positive cashflow, but you get highest relative rent & value appreciation.Vacancy Est: Historically 10%, 5% the more recent norm.Tenant Pool: Majority will have FICO scores of 680+ (roughly 5% probability of default), zero evictions in last 7 years.Class B Properties:Cashflow vs Appreciation: Typically, decent amount of relative rent & value appreciation.Vacancy Est: Historically 10%, 5% should be applied only if proper research done to support.Tenant Pool: Majority will have FICO scores of 620-680 (around 10% probability of default), some blemishes, but should have no evictions in last 5 yearsClass C Properties:Cashflow vs Appreciation: Typically, high cashflow and at the lower end of relative rent & value appreciation.

Try being positive, it puts a smile on people's faces.I just joined the Mercedes forum too.

The MTR positioned for the most success and occupancy is one that does not eliminate the 3 key MTR non-negotiables among travelers - PPL: Pets, Parking, and Laundry.

It's a great time to get in right now when you can still find positive cash flow and amazing appreciation here.

We will use the high end of this range ($100k)   This implies the initial negative equity position is $150k  $150k (initial negative position)/$350 (cash flow) takes 428 months to recover the initial negative position (35 years).  

WE figured homeless or someone Od.. called the cops they hauled the body out and that was the end of that.

That does not mean it is approved, but it is a positive.