Welcome to your comprehensive guide for using Real Deal CPA’s AI-powered real estate investment analysis platform. This guide will walk you through every step of the process, from creating your account to analyzing investment properties.Documentation Index
Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.realdealcpa.ai/llms.txt
Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.
Getting Started
Step 1: Create Your Account
Navigate to Sign Up
Visit RealDealCPA.ai and click the “Sign Up” button in the top right corner.
Enter Your Information
Fill out the registration form with:
- Email: Your valid email address
- Password: A secure password for your account
Already have an account? Click “Sign in to existing account” to access your dashboard.
Step 2: Access Your Dashboard
Once logged in, you’ll see your dashboard with:- Navigation Menu: Access Analyze, General settings, and Security options
- Team Settings: Manage your account preferences
- Available Credits: Track your remaining analysis credits (e.g., 56 Credits)
Using the Property Analyzer
Step 3: Start a Property Analysis
Enter Property Address
Use the search bar to enter any US property address
AI-Powered Analysis
Get detailed insights on cash flow, ROI, and market trends in seconds
How to Analyze a Property:
- Navigate to the Analyzer
- Click on “Analyzer” in the main navigation
- You’ll see the property search interface
- Enter Property Details
- Type the property address in the search field
- Example: “123 Main St, Los Angeles, CA” or any US property address
- The system accepts full addresses with city and state
- Initiate Analysis
- Click the “Analyze Property” button
- The AI will process the property data in real-time
Understanding Your Analysis Results
Investment Analysis Dashboard
Once your analysis is complete, you’ll receive a comprehensive Investment Analysis report that includes:Key Metrics Overview
Cap Rate
4% - Annual return on investment percentage
Cash on Cash
-20% - Return on actual cash invested
Monthly NOI
$2,397 - Net Operating Income per month
Cash Flow
-$1,902 - Monthly cash flow (positive or negative)
Detailed Financial Breakdown
Monthly Cash Flow Analysis: Income Sources:- Rental Estimate: $2,885/month
- Based on comprehensive analysis including:
- Local market data and trends
- Comparable property rents
- Property features and condition
- Current market conditions
- Mortgage P&I: $3,274.44/month
- Property Taxes: 855)
- Insurance: $125/month
- Maintenance: $100/month
- Vacancy: $144.25/month
- Property Management: $288.5/month
Risk Assessment
The platform provides a comprehensive risk evaluation:- Overall Risk Score: 35% (High Risk)
- Key Risk Factors:
- Market Volatility: Medium
- Cash Flow Stability: Low
- Cap Rate Competitiveness: Fair
AI Recommendations
The AI analyzes your property and provides actionable insights:
Advanced Features
Export and Share Options
Export PDF
Download a professional PDF report of your analysis
Share Analysis
Share your investment analysis with partners or advisors
Credit Management
- Monitor Usage: Keep track of your available credits in the dashboard
- Purchase Additional Credits: Visit the Pricing section to add more credits
- Team Management: Manage team access and credit allocation
Best Practices
Getting Accurate Results
Understanding the Data
Cap Rate Interpretation
Cap Rate Interpretation
- Above 8%: Generally considered good for rental properties
- 4-8%: Moderate returns, typical for stable markets
- Below 4%: Lower returns, may indicate appreciation-focused investment
Cash Flow Analysis
Cash Flow Analysis
- Positive Cash Flow: Property generates monthly income after expenses
- Negative Cash Flow: You’ll need to contribute monthly to cover expenses
- Break-even: Income exactly covers expenses
Risk Assessment Factors
Risk Assessment Factors
- Market Volatility: How stable property values are in the area
- Cash Flow Stability: Reliability of rental income
- Cap Rate Competitiveness: How your returns compare to market averages
Troubleshooting
Common Issues
Property Not Found
Property Not Found
- Verify the address is correct and complete
- Try using different address formats
- Ensure the property is in the United States
Analysis Taking Too Long
Analysis Taking Too Long
- Check your internet connection
- Refresh the page and try again
- Contact support if the issue persists
Insufficient Credits
Insufficient Credits
- Check your available credits in the dashboard
- Purchase additional credits through the Pricing page
- Contact support for credit-related questions
Support and Resources
Getting Help
Contact Support
Need assistance? Our expert support team is here to help with any questions about using the platform.
Additional Resources
- Community: Join our Twitter Community for tips and discussions
- Blog: Read investment insights on our Substack
- Documentation: Explore our complete API documentation for integrations
Important Disclaimers
Platform Changes: All applications and features are subject to change as we continuously improve our platform. Stay updated with the latest changes in our Development section.