Lethargic activity=minimal appreciation.

Another thing you can do to minimize your time involved is take out stuff that breaks down....garbage disposals, ceiling fans, etc and have them supply the washer and dryer.

Adam Gerig spoke for a while on systems and technology that are available (for free or minimal cost).

As the decision-making member of your LLc, you have an obligation to minimize expenses.

I'm targeting these properties because of the discount they offer, and the difference in rent they would bring is minimal, but the overall costs of the properties is significant.Why would I want to purchase a property that is live-able for 50K but still needs $5-7K in repairs for updates and ect when I could buy a property for 20-25K that needs twice as much repairs 10-15K and the difference in rent would be $50-$100 on a monthly basis.

The lack of a credit rating is going to make it difficult for pension funds or mutual funds to purchase the issued security, there is minimal rating requirements and investment criteria depending on the investor class.

But the LOC can be "called" under certain circumstances; usually, if the collateral's value has diminished to the point where it's less than the amount of the original CLTV a lender will be at risk so call becomes more likely.You will find that you can get a break on the interest rate if you allow for the bank to auto-draft from a checking account that is with the same bank; if you don't already have checking there, makes sense to open one and keep some minimal funds there to cover loan payments.As to your example in the OP, let's use the following: $650k appraisal, $413K loan balance, 90% CLTV.

I’m not looking to get rich quick, but want to learn as much as I can and take baby steps into investing in real estate while minimizing my risks.

Here are my parameters:$100k cash to invest into CRE.Monthly cash flow I can allocate to this investment: $3000-$4000Buy power: Excellent credit, and minimal obligations currently (no mortgage as of right now)Targets: Would entertain retail space, medical office space, or multi-family.Willing to: Make upgrades and improvements to the property (family has access to trades/contractors), and I'm willing to self-manage as long as it's in Houston area.Goals: Positive monthly cash flow >$500/month, an investment/location that will appreciate over time, already leased would be a plus.So with the above parameters what would you suggest?

I have put out 25 and received minimal responses.