Here's a case study that would be dismissed based on your criterion:-Asset: Mix Use 11 Unit Building-Contract Price: $1.73M-Existing Rent Roll $15,800*Currently 1 vacant commercial space market rent $5,500 & 9 apartments all leased below market value (60 day termination provisions for each residential lease). -$650,000 Renovation Budget-Stabilized Rent Roll $25,400-"As Complete and Stabilized Value": $3.45MThat's a recent MLS deal in a B+ Philadelphia location with a credit tenant that's been there for 20 years in the occupied commercial space.

An additional benefit of a detailed engineering-based Cost Segregation Study is that it can increase potential insurance premium savings as well as provide support for the property tax appeals process.

@Katie BustosWhen you buy a home with a rental unit, like a garage apartment, how you're taxed can change based on how you use the property and if you rent to family or others.

Our aim is to leverage the skills and discipline we developed through service to build a successful real estate portfolio. 

Competitive Strategy and Operations: How do you maintain operational competitiveness against larger chains like Wawa, especially in terms of pricing, service speed, and customer experience?

I'd be happy to recommend their services to others seeking similar investment opportunities in Southeast Iowa.

Often it is based on how well you pay back history.

Well, you will see my responses in bold that show the facts vs some guy sitting on the internet thinking he/she knows what they are talking about.

Based on my research it seems like with a little rehab and managing a short term rental effectively, short term would likely cash flow more in a market like Tampa. 

Contact section 8 case worker /social services to see what programs the tenant can qualify.