The key to a successful investment begins in the acquisition stage. Properties must not only be evaluated based upon current market conditions but also there ability to maintain positive cash flow given a variety of economic conditions. Finding a property that earns a positive cash flow during bad economic times requires in-depth analysis and the flexibility to adjust lease rates to correspond with the current environment. Though it is generally financially prudent to utilize some debt when owning income producing properties, servicing too much debt eliminates flexibility and increases risk, our Bottom Up Cash Flow Growth Paradigm helps determine what the optimal amount of leverage is without losing the flexibility.