Is this a good deal?

Is this a good deal?

Realtor · Orlando, FL · Member since 2015 · 80 posts · 33 votes

Hello,

I am new to investing so I would love to hear some feedback on an opportunity I have come across.

I am looking at single family home that has been converted to duplex (1,990 sq ft).  The property is in central Florida, about 10 blocks from the beach.  It's in a fair area, not great but not a war zone.  Both units are rented currently.  The first unit (1 bedroom 1 bath) is rented for $650 per month.  Second unit is 3/1 and rented out at $900 per month.  Owner pays utilities $400/month.  

It's an owner financed only option.  $20,000 down and $414 per month for 30 years.  

Total monthly rent:  $1,550

Mortgage:  $414

Utilities:  $400

Property Tax:  $87

Insurance:  $70

Vacancy & Repair:  $310

Net profit monthly:  $279

I plan on doing a through inspection to make sure there is nothing major going on.  Also, i plan on refinancing at a much lower interest rate so that the mortgage amount is lower.  

What do you guys think?  Is this a good deal?  Thank you in advance for your time and help!

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Investor · Jacksonville, FL · Member since 2014 · 172 posts · 73 votes
11y

One concern not mentioned is "single family home that has been converted to a duplex".  Is this properly permitted?  You need to consider your exit strategy before you purchase any real estate. 

What if this was duplexed from a SFH by a "skilled handyman" w/o permits? You will have a very difficult time selling it in the future if it's not legit (maybe that is why seller is refusing conventional financing)...

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  • Investor · Jacksonville, FL · Member since 2014 · 172 posts · 73 votes
    11y

    @Sheena Varghese I 100% concur with the consensus to move away from this seller and particular unit.  The entire format of this deal doesn't pass the sniff test.  Also, you would probably want to sell that "triplex" at some point down the road…and your exit strategy would be compromised by the unpermited work on this building.  
    Also, did I understand correctly that your real estate agent is still encouraging that it is a good deal?  If that is the case (which is 100% opposite of what other investors are telling you on this forum),  maybe its time to consider another realtor...  Just my early morning thoughts.  

  • Punta Gorda, FL · Member since 2015 · 14 posts · 0 votes
    11y

    Congrats.. You are going to do well in real estate I think. taking the steps to walk away from a deal that just seems a bit to "shaddy" in my book.. personally I'd have RUN . but . you did walk away from it.. and that is excellent. i'm a newbie here. and won't be purchasing my 1st place for a while yet.  I"m just not sure which state to purchase my properties in ? i'm in NH now. going to AZ or FL in the winters.. so not sure which of the 3 states I want to purchase property in. .i'm guessing whichever one will net me the most $$ on my rentals :)

  • Realtor · Orlando, FL · Member since 2015 · 80 posts · 33 votes
    11y

    @Gilbert Dominguez thank you so much for your insight and encouragement.  Yes, definitely will be back at BP.  Very happy to have found this place.

  • Realtor · Orlando, FL · Member since 2015 · 80 posts · 33 votes
    11y

    Aaron- thank you...yes, a bit surprised by the realtor.

    Frank-thank you, I am sure any of those states would work =)

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