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Percentage for your rental properties

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Hello, I wanted to know what percentage is good to save for like your Cap Ex, Vacancy...ect

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I do not worry about a Capex number. I just keep plenty of cash reserves to be able to write checks for a roof or several HVAC systems or any other repairs.

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