But at face value, the three currently rented units produce $2095/month in net income, so it seems like the cash flow could be great, but then when I plug everything into the calculator tool on BP with 8% vacancy, 10% property management, 10% cap ex, etc, I actually end up with a negative cash flow. 

Good Afternoon Everyone,Just starting out here in Pittsburgh practicing running deals. Does anyone have or recommend any calculators (online or excel) for seeing numbers on rentals, BRRRRs, short-term, etc? What about...

Essentially, you drive around looking for uninhabited homes or rundown ones, look up the tax records free on the town/county website, craft a letter with your intent to purchase the home, and mail the owner directly.

I'm using call tools but the numbers show up as Scam Likely even though I'm following the protocol that they recommend.

I'm using call tools but the numbers show up as Scam Likely even though I'm following the protocol that they recommend.

After investing in some additional research tools, I found that I would be justified in charging $1700 in rent, and also that rent increases since 2018 average around 5%. 

I think it would be a great tool for teaching and learning.  

The site has quite a few tools that can be helpful for new members.

The site has quite a few tools that can be helpful for new members.

I also find myself in this predicament but I will tell you that I wouldn't recommend essentially buying sight unseen, and if you put in an offer most LA's if they accept it will allow you to "view the property" I would just make sure you have some outs like if you find the property is in dire need of repairs and then the tenant leaves you may find yourself with an expensive rehab.