One of the biggest mistakes a new investor can make is focusing on the purchase price without calculating what it will actually cost to own and operate the property. Before committing to a deal, here are five numbers worth understanding: 1. Total Cash Needed Look beyond the down payment. Include closing costs, inspections, initial repairs, and cash reserves. 2. Realistic Rental Income Research comparable rentals in the area. Base your estimates on achievable rents, not the highest listing you can find. 3. Monthly Operating Expenses Account for property taxes, insurance, maintenance, vacancy, property management, and other recurring costs. 4. Monthly Cash Flow Subtract operating expenses and mortgage payments from expected rental income. A property that looks profitable before financing may tell a different story afterward. 5. Unexpected Costs Roof repairs, plumbing issues, vacant months, and other surprises can quickly affect your returns. A reserve fund helps you prepare for the unexpected. The goal isn't just to buy a property. It's to buy one whose numbers make sense before you commit. Experienced investors, when you evaluate a first-time investor's deal, which number do you think they are most likely to overlook—and why

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I've been in real estate investing for almost 10 years now and I'm mainly here to learn from people actually doing this day to day. I also run a small software company, but that's not why I joined, just want to learn, add value where I can, and get to know some of you. Feel free to say hi.

Hi everyone! I’m in the Seacoast area and work in the car wash industry. I have yet to make my first RE investment but ideally plan to do a house hack! Here to learn and absorb as much as I can! Looking forward to making some great connections.

Hi everyone! I’m based in the Boston area and have been involved in real estate since 2023. My experience spans acquisitions, real estate financing, REO and auction due diligence, financial modeling and underwriting, property management, wholesaling, and flipping. I’ve gained exposure to multiple sides of the business and look forward to connecting with others in the industry. I have completed and exited my first project looking to acquire my next (2-4 units southcoast 12%+ COC 1x equity multiple)