Any thoughts on a break even property? 

Congrats on 'only breaking even'!!!!

Financing for foreigners in Mexico exists.You just won’t hear much about it unless you know where to look.That’s why I’m launching this 4-part series to break it down clearly:- What foreign financing in Mexico actually looks like (and how it works)- What documents and income proof you really need- What kind of properties qualify and which ones don’t- How to protect yourself from rookie mistakes when financing abroadI’ve seen investors go from total confusion to owning cash-flowing assets in paradise without trying to “figure it out” alone.Let’s unpack what no one’s talking about.

We've seen quite a few folks come back after a break — and when the vision's there, things move fast.

The states that I know require you to try to mitigate your damages if a tenant breaks a lease early.

It's bad, very bad, math.If you buy a property with all cash for $200k, and that allows you to have PCF of $1000/month, that means it will take you 200 months before you break even. 

Hi everyone! I’m Elizabeth, a Physician Assistant from Maine, diving into the world of real estate investing. I’m starting my portfolio here in Maine with plans to eventually branch out to other markets—especially int...

I’m developing a commercial building in a country in West Africa, and would love your insights on its profitability and financing approach.Project Summary:- 950 sqm corner plot under a 40-year ground lease- G+1 commercial building with 36 shops, a prayer room, and rooftop ad panels- Located in the capital's market zone — very high foot traffic- Initial investment: the equivalent of $USD 930,000 in local currency which includes the 10 years of prepaid land rentRevenue & Occupancy:- Annual rental revenue (Year 1): the equivalent of $USD145,000 in local currency- 7% shop rent increase every 5 years- The annual revenue assumes 100% occupancy, which is typically reached within 1–2 years in this area due to high demand and visibilityOperating Expenses:- Recurrent yearly expenses total USD$20,000, covering: Security, maintenance, generator upkeep, insurance, taxes, repairs, and contingencies- Land rent restarts in Year 11 with a 10% increase every 10 yearsFinancing Scenarios:- With loan (USD$550,000 at 7%, over 6 years)   → Break-even in Year 12- All-cash (no loan)   → Break-even in Year 8After breakeven, the project produces pure cash flow for 28–32 years. 

Since the property is titled in your personal name but you’re planning to collect rent through an LLC bank account, the IRS still treats the rental income and expenses as yours personally—because ownership, not bank account activity, determines tax liability.So, even if the LLC collects the rent and pays the mortgage, the income and deductions still flow to your personal return (Schedule E), not the LLC’s, unless you formally transfer ownership to the LLC—which has legal and tax implications (like potential transfer taxes, mortgage due-on-sale clauses, etc.).To avoid confusion or misreporting:Keep clear documentation showing the LLC is acting as a property manager or agent on your behalf.Ensure the LLC doesn’t claim the income on its own tax return if it doesn't legally own the property.Alternatively, consider forming a single-member LLC for liability and banking separation, which is disregarded for tax purposes, keeping reporting simple.This post does not create a CPA-Client relationship.

It has been tough unfortunately finding properties that aren't in "bad" areas that have positive cash flow let alone break even.