Rental Investor Articles

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How to Calculate Cash Flow on a Rental Property

Cash flow is one of the most important numbers in rental property investing. It tells investors whether a property is...
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Cap Rate vs. Cash-on-Cash Return: Which Metric Matters More?

Real estate investors use financial metrics to decide whether a property is worth pursuing, how one opportunity compares with another,...
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The 1% Rule- Useful Shortcut or Outdated Myth?

Real estate investors love simple rules because they make deal screening faster. One of the most common rules in rental...
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How to Estimate Repairs on an Investment Property

Estimating repairs is one of the most important skills a real estate investor can develop. A property may look like...
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How to Analyze Rent Comps Like a Pro

Accurate rent analysis is one of the most important parts of rental property investing. A property can look attractive based...
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Single-Family Rentals vs. Small Multifamily- Which Is Better for New Investors?

New real estate investors often face an important early decision: should they buy a single-family rental or start with a...
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What Is DSCR Lending and How Do Investors Use It?

Real estate investors often need financing that looks different from a traditional owner-occupied mortgage. Conventional lenders usually focus heavily on...
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How Vacancy, Maintenance, and CapEx Can Destroy a “Good” Deal

A rental property can look excellent on paper and still disappoint in practice. The purchase price may seem reasonable. The...