In calculating the Net Present Value of the investment, what is the appropriate methodology to use in arriving at a discount rate?

Networking is a two-way street, and by offering value and being proactive, you can establish meaningful connections in the Austin real estate community.

I have been really trying to push into bigger deals, I have finally come across a 30-Unit in my area off market, that is a great value add opportunity.

We'll both chip in equally for the costs and expenses of the acquiring the property (looking to buy an apartment with a value between 500k-600k in Chicago) and live together for a few years in it.

How did you add value to the deal?

If you are rehabbing, don't leave anything of value in the property.

Put in the effort, build relationships, prove your value, and improve your odds of finding someone to help launch you on your path.

*If anyone was willing to quote me a ballpark for the below situation, I'd greatly appreciate it.After Repair Value: $165,000 Purchase Price - $90,000 Renovation Budget - $35,000 Loan: $125,000 (75% LTARV)Zip: 17103*If anyone feels compelled to ask, "if you don't trust him, why lend him money?" 

HELOC How did you add value to the deal?

I do it all the time to houses that have never had central HVAC and don't have any duct work.You can control the temp in the house from one location and even add a programmable Wi-Fi thermostat for remote monitoring and control.You won't be cutting holes in the side of the house and making it look like a hotel instead of a nice house.This will increase your resale value over the other options.Mini splits and window AC units look ghetto to me, so I spend the money to do it correctly.