Your goal is not to avoid raising rents it is the opposite in order to increase income.

Or is it much more simple than I am thinking?

I never put new in a rental for the simple fact that as soon as a tenant leaves the new tennat gets a used appliance anyway. 2-3 year old appliances for $2oo - $300 is best money spent.

Please click on the links, give them a read, and share your thoughts in the comments.First is a post that I feel will help not get overwhelmed with the amount of info that is here on BP:https://www.biggerpockets.com/blogs/5868/52761-the-simple-guide-to-getting-started-on-bp The second is a post that will help get you focused with your real estate investing goals:https://www.biggerpockets.com/blogs/5868/52743-im-new-to-bp-any-advice-would-be-appriciatedThe last one is a post that will help you choose an “investor friendly” real estate agent.

@Alison Rauch yes you can pull cash out later assuming value increases.

I'm curious what leading indicators people use to determine what areas may increase in value.

Hi, I have uploaded a simple MFH cash flow model and I would appreciate input.

@Jeffrey L EvansA few simple things to keep in mind.5% down is available up to 500k, then it goes to 10% minimum after the 500k, up to 1 million. 

At a certain point, the market will perceive increased risk in the bond market (already happening), and the way our national debt is going this will eventually happen with US treasuries too.

Please click on the links, give them a read, and share your thoughts in the comments.First is a post that I feel will help not get overwhelmed with the amount of info that is here on BP:https://www.biggerpockets.com/blogs/5868/52761-the-simple-guide-to-getting-started-on-bpThe second is a post that will help get you focused with your real estate investing goals:https://www.biggerpockets.com/blogs/5868/52743-im-new-to-bp-any-advice-would-be-appriciatedThe last one is a post that will help you choose an “investor friendly” real estate agent.