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Due diligence is "nerve-wracking" and involves verifying rent rolls, T12 statements (trailing 12-month income/expenses), and unit-by-unit physical inspections. The Good: Why Investors Love It by Ken
Lenders often care more about the building’s income (Debt Service Coverage Ratio) than your personal income.
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