Knowing how to collect money is critical.

The CoC return is pathetic, but the appreciation is phenomenal.If you want to connect with other real estate investors in Palo Alto, you can use the search function to locate them.

Looking forward to your replies and criticism.

These are items that need to be fixed today for the continued safe operation and function of the property.On going repairs are modeled into the 50% average costs over the life of owning the property ( vacancy, property management, operating and expenses) and if landlord pays water etc. or has a really old building then costs can be 60% and I have seen as high as 65%.3 different values:67,500 X .50 = 33,750 NOI Asking price 700k = 5 CAP67,500 X .40 (60% costs) = 27,000 NOI = 4 CAP67,500 X .35 (65% costs) = 23,450 NOI = 3 CAPAre you trying to buy this property for cash flow or a speculative play hoping for appreciation on the back end??

Networking and local knowledge are critical.

So existing mortgages in estates function the same as any living mortgage.

All thoughts, encouragements, and criticisms are welcomed.

They may consider normal monthly expenses, but don’t include major repairs and the very real possibility of extended vacancies in their calculations of ROI.It is critical for investors to have all of the facts in turnkey real estate investing, to maximize their return on investment and minimize financial risk.

The attorney seemed a bit put out with what I was proposing to do and very critical of wholesaling in general.

Everything can be verified. b. the properties will really rent as fast/easily as we hope at the right price or higherMost of the time you will have tenants in place with 1 or 2 year leases. c. the tenants don't destroy the propertyThat is a function of good property management, qualifying and screening. d. the property manager is honest reliable and capableAgain, due diligence is important.