Calculating potential rental cash flow involves considering factors such as property taxes, maintenance costs, and potential rental income.Consultation with a local real estate expert can provide insights into market trends and help you navigate the specifics of converting your home to a rental property.Additionally, understanding the current market value of your property will contribute to a more accurate assessment of potential equity gains in the future.Hope this helps!

But they provide steady income even with vacancies.

The owner of this property that I am submitting an offer on in round rock is choosing not to provide a sellers disclosure.

i would recommend getting a realtor that specializes in investment properties that would be providing options and comps for you 

We would also provide the down payment and manage the property so that my sister could simply live in it for a year and pay rent until she decides to move.

It provides so many protections that aren't in place if you buy off market. 

Any custom home builders that might be willing to talk to a newbie and provide some insight or mentoring? 

Feel free to connect with me and ask any questions you have along the way, and I'll do my best to provide guidance and support.

We are an internally funded first mortgage real estate lender providing interim funding for the acquisition and development of commercial, residential, and entitled land projects in multiple states.Seth [email protected]

I won't send you to collections provided you pay $200/month (or whatever) until the balance is paid off.