Cash is cash, but some cash flow is better than others — and easier to obtain – particularly when it comes to purchasing residential real estate investment properties. For instance, compare a 6-unit apartment complex with a Tri-plex and a Single Family Residence (SFR).
6-unit complex                      $280,000 purchase price    $3600/mo rental income
Tri-plex                                   $150,000 purchase price    $1800/mo rental income
SFR                                        $150,000 purchase price    $1100/mo rental income
Which do you think is the best deal for the typical investor? The 6-unit property offers the same rental income per unit ($600), but is cheaper per unit than the Tri-plex, so is this the best investment? Continue reading ‘Not All Cash Flow Investment Properties Are Created Equal – Get the Right Mix of Financing and ROI’ »