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Property is not cash flow positive when rent x 75% then what calc
If a property is not cash flow positive when rent is multiplied by 75%, then how would a conventional lender add this calculation into your DTI? Example $4000 a month 12 month lease signed, actual monthly debt is $327...
Charlotte Dunford
Deal Score Matrix - Suggestions?
I developed a matrix to score each property I underwrite. I use the percentage score to compare different deals. What do you think of the weight I put on each factor and my score system? Should I add more factors in t...
Bruce P.
What key financial metrics (and values) for evaluating tenants?
Hi BP,Was chatting with a friend, and was wondering what key financial metrics (and what minimum numerical scores/values would you accept) would you use for evaluating whether tenants would be good renters for your pr...
Dave E.
Indy Area Appraisals
From an appraisal standpoint, what are the driving factors for home price in the Indy market? Obviously location plays a large roll, but aside from that, comparing two houses on the same block what moves the needle m...
Orlando Valentin Jr.
Looking for a CPA in CT
New investor, closed on my first deal March 9th. Currently house hacking a 3 family. Recently purchased the Tax Pack, and I'm trying to be proactive for Tax Season.
Looking for a seasoned Real Estate/Business CPA in...
Chris Desmond
Looking for CPA for House Hacking Tax Strategy
Hi there! New House Hacker this year. Bought my 4 bed, 3 bath house in January. Looking for a experienced CPA to help with my taxes.Thanks,Chris Desmond
Carey Green
TX investors: Are property taxes a huge problem for investors?
Hey everyone, I live in CO but have roots in the Texas panhandle area and am considering some property investments in the Amarillo, TX area. But I've heard that high rates on property taxes in the great state of TX ma...
Jeff Petsche
Variable Landlord-Paid Expenses. What are the typical % used?
When factoring the variable landlord-paid expenses, what percentages of GSI are "typically" used (rule of thumb) for the following:Vacancy (I've been told conservative is 10% and if deal still works at 10% then you sh...
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where is your break point for a flip.
I have seen some posts where people quote a 1% per month return on rentals or something like that. If you are a flipper or rehabber, at what point do you decide well maybe this property is better suited for flip, rent...
Joshua Vall
CAP Rate % Vs. Payback Period (PBP)
Here is my question. I am reviewing at least two dozen multi-family units per week. I have a few realtors that are throwing a lot of garbage at me and I am trying to weed through the mess. Some of them are incorre...