Jill Herges
Does the 50% rule work?
I am just wondering if the 50% rule actually works? If I factor in actual expenses and use 10% each for repairs/maintenance, management, vacancy and Cap Ex that gives me 40% of rents right there. No way I can pay ta...
Gwendolyn Davis
2, 50, and 70% rules
Hello all,I am reading The Ultimate Beginner's Guide to Real Estate Investing. My question to you all is: How do you calculator for multifamily units? I'm practicing using the rules and here are some details. Includes...
Robert Siverd
Actual numbers vs. 50% rule
I would like to get members' opinions on this topic. I have read many articles and forum posts about the 50% rule, but always find a large discrepancy between the rule and the actual numbers. I am aware of accountin...
Zachary Decker
2%+50% rule in Anchorage?
Hello Anchorage area investors,I'm making an offer today on a duplex. It's in good shape, cute, in a nice neighborhood and in my price range. After watching the market for the last six months it seems like a good find...
Bill Schrimpf
50% Rule and Condo HOA
50% Rule and Condo HOA
The 50% rule looks like it’s a rule of thumb for properties where the owner would be responsible for a long list of capital and operating expenses items such as roofs, HVAC, landscaping...
J Scott
The 50% Rule: Video Tutorial
I didn't want to post this earlier, as Jon Holdman was planning to present on this subject at the BP Summit 2012 and I didn't want to detract from his presentation. But, unfortunately, Jon had a family emergency and ...
Michael Sokolski
Thoughts on the 50% Rule
I posted this in another category but thought I might get more input here. I'm trying to understand the 50% rule.
I've read numerous posts concerning the 50% rule. There are many ideas and opinions on how to figure ...
Alison Michel
50% rule and Property Management?
Hi BP,
Does the 50% rule include costs for property management or do I take that out of my profit after debt service?
Thanks!
Alison
Peter J
50% and 2% rule question
I realize these have been beaten to death on this forum so I'm not here to bring this debat back to life but do have a question.
I don't think it's possible to follow the 50% rule if you don't buy a property that isn...
Roger Benett
50% Rule in Middlesex County
Hi all, I've been conducting my research for a while and read a few posts on BP suggesting that the 50% rule (of thumb) may not apply to all areas of Massachusetts. I'd like to get a bit more specific: For a $400K-$50...