That’s what gives you credibility with referral sources and keeps everything compliant.Either way, demand is strong, and done right, it’s a win-win for investors and the community. 

A few extra grand at the closing table will win with most sellers.

@Ladarius PayneLove the mindset, LaDarius — coachable, consistent, and committed is exactly how you win in this game.

Solid structures with cosmetic-only work = win

I aim for both.I try to look for markets where I can get an overall 8% rate of return of which 4% is cashflow and 4% is appreciation.Some years, cash-flow wins out and there is no appreciation.

The real win is making it dead simple: one place where rent, leases, and maintenance live which no one has solved for. 

Remember, it's a long game and real estate always wins.

In Fayetteville, NC where the rental market is strong and it was only a 10 minute drive to downtown and minutes from a well- known University.  8-plex that needs minor improvements to get market rents: parking lot sealing, new front sign and painting of exterior.I thought this was a solid deal with an asset that would be a win / win for both of us.Thoughts?

If that monthly pace holds, it would translate to an annualized increase of 11.1% — a dramatic acceleration from last year’s sluggish performance.Retail continues its winning streak.

So instead of just worrying about your tax bill from the sale, think about matching your gain with new deductions — that’s where the real planning wins happen....This post does not create a CPA-client relationship.