Banks View On Maintenance Costs?

Does anyone know what the banks factor for maintenance costs on a rental income property? Or is this why they only count .75% of the rental income?

Also, is there a good rule of thumb to go by when setting aside money for maintenance?

Thanks

Comments(3)

  • myfrogger20th September, 2004

    When I analyze a property for myself I include a $50 per month per unit figure. I find this is high on many properties but if the numbers look good with the high numbers, I'll be pleasantly surprised with the actual numbers.

    Each bank looks at things a little differently so it's hard to esimate things. The best bet is to gather as many past tax returns on the property as you can.

  • bruin20th September, 2004

    myfrogger

    Thanks for the info......I'll try that out to see how my numbers come out.

  • classimg20th September, 2004

    Don't forget the costs vary in each part of the country.

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