In C class areas you can consistently hit the 1% rent to value ratio, so cash flowing properties are here.

It includes, among other things, a comprehensive map of the Cleveland area, grading each area from A+ down to F, using a consistent, objective and transparent methodology using publicly available data.

But, like you have shown, consistently working towards your goals will make it happen!

You have to consistently follow up in a meaningful way and you will get deals.

Probably just not consistent enough, I keep on trying to tweak and find new strategies... probably need to just settle into 1-2 methods and just hammer away at it.

Mad at taxes(not that late[under 2k] but consistently late over the past 10 years. ) it sounds like real estate isn't what he thought it would be.

The key is having solid management, because you won't be able to be there consistently.

Is the loan officer telling you they will consider rental income on your proposed purchase, even though there’s no past record confirming the amount or consistency?  

If you own real estate with a good property management company you can leave them with a reserve of money to cover any maintainence, etc so you don’t need to consistently write checks.

It consists of 2 one bedrooms and 2 two bedrooms and currently has two tenants in one of each.