Investing in Small Apartment Communities

With more units there is an opportunity for increased cash flow by having more than one tenant. It provides financial more leverage through additional income streams. A few things to consider:

Benefits

  • Resilient to economic cycles
  • Financing standards based up on single family. 
  • Pricing based on cash flow
  • Holds resale value & appreciates
  • Outsource management
  • Create passive or active income
  • Tax breaks
  • Risk mitigation

Know before you buy

  • More Expensive to buy and maintain
  • Usually requires staffing
  • Less to choose from on the market
  • Miscalculating expenses and cash flow can cost you
  • Know market for resale or rental rates
  • Obtain evaluation & assessment to determine costs for maintenance & repairs
  • Subject to additional fees from the local municipalities

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