07 Comparing Exits Decision
After running a multi-exit underwriting, the results are displayed side by side so you can compare each strategy's numbers directly. This article shows you how to read the comparison and make a confident decision.
Viewing the Side-by-Side Comparison
The underwriting results display each selected exit strategy as a column. You can compare across strategies at a glance:
| Metric | Wholesale | Flip | BRRRR | Rental |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total investment | $X | $X | $X | $X |
| Net profit | $X | $X | $X | $X/yr |
| ROI | X% | X% | X% | X% |
| Cash-on-cash return | X% | X% | X% | X% |
| Hold time | X months | X months | X years | X years |
[SCREENSHOT: Side-by-side underwriting comparison showing four exit strategies with key metrics]
Best-Case vs. Conservative Scenarios
Each exit strategy can be viewed under two scenarios:
Best case — Using your target ARV, lower repair estimate, and optimistic timeline. Shows the maximum potential of the deal.
Conservative — Using a reduced ARV (5-10% lower), higher repair estimate (with full contingency), and longer timeline. Shows the minimum realistic outcome.
Toggle between scenarios using the tabs or dropdown. If the deal looks good under both scenarios, it is a strong opportunity. If it only works in the best case, the risk is higher.
Key Decision Factors
When comparing exits, focus on these factors:
Profit vs. timeline — A flip may show higher total profit but ties up capital for 6 months. A wholesale assignment makes less profit but turns capital in 30 days. Match the strategy to your current business goals.
Capital required — Which strategy needs the least cash upfront? Wholesale typically requires the least. Flips and BRRRRs require more. If capital is tight, the lowest-investment option may be the right call.
Risk level — Flips carry renovation risk and market timing risk. Rentals carry vacancy and management risk. BRRRRs carry refinance risk. Consider your risk tolerance for each.
ROI percentage — A lower absolute profit with a much higher ROI may be the better use of your capital. ROI tells you how efficiently your money is working.
Making an Offer Decision
Based on the comparison:
Proceed — One or more exits show acceptable profit at an acceptable risk level. Make an offer based on the MAO (Maximum Allowable Offer) from your preferred strategy.
Negotiate — The numbers are close but not quite there. Use the underwriting as leverage in negotiations. Knowing your MAO helps you walk away at the right price.
Pass — None of the exits work at the current price. Use the data to explain to the seller or agent why your offer is what it is. Move on to the next deal.
Saving Underwriting Results
Click "Save to Property" to keep the underwriting attached to the property. You can run multiple scenarios and compare them later. Saved underwriting appears in the property's analysis section alongside comps and presentations.
Next steps: - Running a Multi-Exit Underwriting - What Is Underwriting? - How to Run Comps on ReiSearch - Repair Estimator
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