Bill Exeter is an in-house expert on this subject while there are quite a few individuals on here that are also very knowledgeable about this subject.

On an individual investment I want cash flow to be at least 25% of net operating income.For example, if a property has a CAP rate of 8%.

At the same time you need to get really active and learn what equity really is and the subtle nuances of value, not what an opportunistic individual selling you something instructs you regarding value.

As I am an individual, rather than a company, do I still need this or is it enough to use my Social Security number?

I have reason to believe that the buyer planned to rip my brother off from the beginning.My brother offered a kettle corn business for sale to an individual who previously owned a chain of Subway stores (he sold the stores and was looking to re-invest).

Hey friends and colleagues,I was told by an "experienced" lawyer, that if I really want to lease my single family house to 3 individuals (who are not related), I could sign once master lease and include all of them.

I am partnered with an individual (not related) and he has the note in his name and we both hold title.

We have private loans with all types of individuals ranging from 3%-9% all backed by real estate.

So I think there are some bottom-line returns, but hard to quantify any individual little thing you do..

A couple times I have rented individual rooms like you're describing, so I can share my experience.