Should I liquidate my stocks to invest in a duplex?

[Rouanne Garcia]

Hi everyone, my name is Rouanne, I'm a newbie so bear with me, I currently hold 100k in stocks and 75k in IRA. I invested in the tech sector 3 years ago so they are considered long term investments. I want to liquidate my stocks in order to invest in a duplex or two in GA, I'm CA based. I chose GA because I have a family friend that sells off market. I've already used the rental calculator and the numbers are great. I won't touch my IRA but I'm debating whether I should sell all my stocks and go full force in real estate investing or will the capital gains tax hurt me? Please help with suggestions/advice. Thank you!