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Hi everyone,I am curious was to what factors people look for when evaluating which real estate markets to buy investment properties in? Is it population growth, landlord tenant laws, rental growth, job creation, etc....
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I'm looking at a property and trying to determine the MAO as a % of ARV. From what I'm reading the equation should be 75% of ARV...so we are factoring rehabs. BUT...do we normally factor in other costs as well...Hom...
Hi fellow members,I hope everyone is healthy, and doing well. I was wondering if anyone can help me understand at which point I should factor in the Capital Expenditures when evaluating a multifamily deal? I am unders...
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what is considered a good return on a rental investment?
I am considering a deal but not sure if the numbers are decent to even bother.
Purchase price: $50K
Yearly rental income: 15K
Yearly ...
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Tell me if my calculations make sense as im thinking about buying a 50k sfh rental.
I buy house for 50k. put 10k down on it. 2.5k closing costs. 12.5 total cash investment. No immediate repairs needed.
It will ...
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Hi Forum,This is Michael, I work in Coldwell Banker UAE as an offplan specialist. There are many people coming into Dubai to invest specifically in real estate. So in case you are looking to invest in Dubai it is a gr...
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Hello all, I have a basic investing question: What is considered a positive cashflow when we borrow 100% of the money to invest in a property?In general and simple terms, it will be the money I gain over the money I s...
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Hello. Looking at purchasing my first secondary property. Would plan to keep my current primary residence and turn it into a rental. Not sure if its a good idea. Could you experts take a look and give your thoughts?
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Hello BP Members,
I am considering purchasing a foreclosed Fanne Mae (HomePath) home with a lot of upsides and down sides. I am in desperate need for some advice because I am not very experienced with the ev...
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When analyzing a deal, should one factor in future appreciation, annual mortgage reduction, and tax savings from depreciation (offsetting other passive investment income) when calculating ROI? I am looking at a prop...