I've read that in order to properly estimate utility costs for an area, one just has to call up the local departments.

The property taxes are 18k and I'm not sure what the insurance would be but, I estimated 8k.

For an estimate in your area how much are the rent prices?

No one really cares about the closing time besides you the seller, and holding and closing costs can add up quickly decreasing your estimated net profit if the closing date keeps getting pushed. 

Hello BP Family,How do you all determine numbers for a commercial mortgage when estimating if a property if worth purchasing?

Tools like Zillow are getting pretty good at estimating market rents and rental listings are broadly available to see what others are asking in the area, but actual closed lease rates are the best indicator and agents with access to the MLS is the best tool I'm aware of for that

As of January of 2021, it was estimated value was 455K but I anticipate it to be valued more closely to 470K at time of completion.

The photos make the property look dark and uninviting and the Zillow estimate is an anchor most renters swear by.

@Abigail Hansen turnover cost, vacancy, property management and repairs are all things many new investors under estimate.

.- Current mortgage balance is $249k, payment (w/escrow) is about $1488, estimated current value is $360-380k- I am software developer, recently switched from W-2 to 1099, which prevents me from getting a traditional mortgage for 2 years.I have been considering selling my house and potentially moving further south where the climate is a little warmer.