While results vary by market, a typical cash-on-cash return on investment (ROI) can range from 8–12%, with top-performing properties in peak markets potentially reaching 20% or more, especially when financed.

I will say that "gap funding" is not something that legit lenders typically allow.

Hey @Elena Lyutenko - Assuming you’re considered a US tax resident (which most H1B visa holders are), you can typically claim depreciation, bonus depreciation, and other rental property deductions just like any other taxpayer. 

What is the typical yearly cost for something like this for one property.

For my financial planning and E2 visa requirements, I’d like to understand the typical *monthly fixed costs* of running a PM business.

This typically includes a tax advisor with real estate expertise and an asset protection attorney who understands your specific goals and risk tolerance.

Property Condition & Amenities: it’s important to, “Maintain to the Neighborhood.”Key metrics for each Property Class:Class A Properties:Tenant Pool: Majority of FICO scores 680+, no convictions/evictions in last 7 years.Tenant Default: 0-5% probability of eviction or early lease termination.Section 8: Class A rents are too high and won’t be approved.Vacancies: 5-10%, depending on market conditions.Cashflow vs Appreciation: Typically, 3-5 years for positive cashflow, but you get highest relative rent & value appreciation.Class B Properties:Tenant Pool: Majority of FICO scores 620-680, some blemishes, no convictions/evictions in last 5 years.Tenant Default: 5-10% probability of eviction or early lease termination.Vacancies: 10-15%, depending on market conditions.Cashflow vs Appreciation: Typically, 1-3 years for positive cashflow, balanced amounts of relative rent & value appreciation.Section 8: Class B rents are usually too high for the Section 8 program.Class C Properties:Tenant Pool: Majority of FICO scores 560-620, many blemishes, but should have no convictions/evictions in last 3 years.

Typically the seller would have a note and deed of trust on the property.You make the agreed payments to whomever is servicing the note.Its the same as getting a traditional loan, just the holder of the note happens to be the seller.If you make payments on time you will not have an issue.

Believe people started noticing the potential NOLA has for hosting large events outside of the typical jazz fest, Mardi Gras, etc.

However, you'd have to occupy the residence within 60 days (in most cases) and there is typically a reserve requirement (usually 3 months) when doing this strategy.