Category‑level data showed shelter (+0.4%) and food (+0.7%) as key contributors to the monthly increase, while energy rose a modest 0.3%, broadly aligning with the headline figure.

When speed is critical, the biggest mistake is treating funding as a rate decision instead of a structuring decision.The most effective approach I see is lining up capital that’s already comfortable with the asset type and risk profile, rather than forcing a deal through a lender’s approval process mid-transaction.In practice, that usually means:Pre-aligned capital for acquisitions or bridge scenariosClear understanding of what diligence can be deferred vs. what cannotStructuring around certainty of execution, not just pricingDeals that move fastest are usually the ones where the exit and takeout path were thought through before the LOI was signed, not after.

.- Understand the potential CapEx expenses that will be unique to each subject property by determining the life-left of components that will need repair or replacement in due time.- Run a cash flow analysis.

Attempting to terminate or replace the lease mid-term can create unnecessary risk.The clean approach is to let the current lease run its course, document the ownership change with the tenant, and then execute a new lease in the LLC’s name at the end of the lease term to align the paperwork with the ownership structure.

There are 2 important components here to consider.. 1) What qualifies for bonus depreciation when house hacking? 

For rent increases, it’s usually best to be transparent but professional: you can mention that once the rehab is done, you’ll be adjusting rents slightly to align with market rates, giving them proper notice per state law, but there’s no need to overcomplicate it—tenants usually appreciate honesty and clear timelines.

Instead of just finishing what was started, we went back to the drawing board and converted the property into a 4-bedroom, 3-bath home — a layout far more aligned with the area’s demand.Once the rehab was complete, the property appraised at $269,000.

The emphasis on buying right, conservative numbers, contingency reserves and aligned financing is exactly what separates profitable projects from painful lessons. 

So yeah, interestingly, if I cut out the 2 year old comp (only one) it brings all comps within 6 months and increases the average significantly in my favor.

The way this company portrays themselves when seeking investments or tenants does not align with how they actually operate.