Low enough to account for the extra costs (interest paid - or not gained if bought with cash, utilities, potential theft/vandalism, potential winter problems such as frozen/burst pipes that are now your problems, etc).

We could really use the extra inventory.G

So regardless if the rental rates stay the same or increase, I don't see a "potential" increase as a reason to be buyinjg more, I see it as extra gravy for those who make smart purchases no matter what the rental market rates are doing.As the old saying goes, you make your money at the purchase.

Even harder if they have to pay an extra assignment fee.I've learn already that 0 down doesn't fly neither(I have another post open for this particular topic).So, what is a reasonable down to offer?

There are extra costs involved in both, but in my opinion for a tenant who does not have cash or cheque on hand in full amount, having that option to put it on their credit card is useful.

This is amazing since my LOC is at prime, 3.25%.Even if the market rallies in the fall we are most likely in a long-term bear (imo) and not losing is earning for me.Changing percentage of stocks, taking profits slowly.

I assume just to increase the loan amount and his earnings.

Whether you close this one or not that kind of drive will earn you success sooner than later.

I have never sat down and calculated a hard percentage, but I would say I'm right around 50%.The returns I'm earning from real estate are far greater than anything in the stock market.

I think most people would pay for the extra sqft.