I would analyze it to include the replacement rent once you guys move out because your true return of that property is providing you the utility of that rent (so if you lose $200/mo but would be paying $1,000/mo to rent elsewhere, it’s in fact a solid investment and you can ‘save that extra net +$800 towards increased principal pay down or save for another down payment.

They are older and will need repairs in the future.My plan would be as follows:Purchase for $200,000 with 5% down so I would be into it for $10,000.I am asking that the owner hold financing for 5-7 years at 6.5% while I save the monies, improve the properties.  

If we rented for a year I could buy our next home cash and save money on the purchase while not being rushed into buying something. 

Reasonable on Price and paid on installments or milestones.Licensed, Liability and Workman's Comp Insured for him and any Sub-Contractors used to complete Rehab.Any information or leads would be greatly appreciated in order to save time and money for our Fix/Flips.

I’m afraid I’ll end up stressing about saving a few bucks only to end up with delays that will slow the process of getting my units finished, rented and profitable.

Hi, I make $50k per year and have $25 thousand in savings, unfortunately I file a 1099 and not a W-2 so my question here is, what sort of hurdles would I face while trying to get started in real estate while continuing my job as an independent contractor here in Los Angeles, Ca.? 

I'm 24, I work a pretty decent job that allows me to save a bit each week after paying my bills.

If you do the work it saves money but places your cost claim at risk, if you hire someone you are out of pocket, have a better chance of winning in court but may never collect.

I have about $30,000 saved up and my income this year is already what it was all of last year, but still not high enough for another mortgage.

I’ll save you a lot of time, money, and heartache - Don’t do it!