I've found my expenses to be 35% but I recognize that might be low compared to the national scene.

The rate for FHA 30 year fixed was 5.5% compared to a 6.625% conventional.I apologize for getting off topic or credit card financing.

I found a house needing rehab in a decent working class/military neighborhood.. houses in the neighborhood of comparable SF, Beds and baths where selling for 90K 3 years ago..

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I have a friend who is in real estate and I've seen that he is financially secure compared to me.

It also works well when the buyer cannot or does not wish to use traditional lending.

This keeps their utility bills lower than comparable units.

The agent comparative market analysis indicates that activity is brisk in this community and houses are selling pretty fast.

How can I get comps (CMA - comparative market analysis) on a property without a realtor?