Now we're seeing investors pouring money into buying Class C rentals - but, many are getting burned.In our experience & opinion, the main determinant of property Class is not location or even property condition, those are #2 and #3.

Determine what your goal is. 

That may determine your approach.Based on your comments above always offer at the price that is a good deal for you.    

If you are determined to use this 401k to invest, you will rollover this into a self directed IRA with a custodian.

Operating expenses look at the regular and ongoing costs incurred by a property on a monthly or yearly basis. These expenses include property taxes, insurance, maintenance, administrative and office costs, payroll, ma...

**Set Clear Goals:** Determine what you want to achieve with your real estate investments.

I'd look at the amenities your competitors have to help determine if the investment is worth it or not based on their estimated performance. 

My PI only is 1202 @Darius Bates Most investors look at the NOI of properties to determine if they're a good deal (P&I is excluded from NOI).

Your rate will be determined by the factors below which will determine your mortgage payment and impact your cash flow.More on DSCR loans: DSCR loans won't use your income to underwrite the loan. 

Determine the distance the people live from the shop you now work at, that's your likely distance of influence.