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Buying a Rental Property

How to Tell If a Rental Property Will Make Money Before You Buy

Cap rate, cash-on-cash return, and the 1% rule — explained plainly, with examples. Here's how to analyze a rental property deal before you commit.

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  • cash on cash return
  • deal analysis
  • buying
  • multifamily
  • beginner
Getting Started

Should I Become a Landlord? An Honest Look at the Pros and Cons

Thinking about buying a rental property? Here's what first-time landlords actually deal with — the real upsides, the real risks, and how to know if you're ready.

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  • beginner
  • rental property
  • investing
  • multifamily
Getting Started

What Is House Hacking? How Buying a Duplex Can Pay Your Mortgage

House hacking means buying a small multifamily property, living in one unit, and letting tenants pay your mortgage. Here's how it works and whether it makes sense for you.

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  • duplex
  • multifamily
  • FHA loan
  • getting started
  • beginner
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