It’s about more than short-term gains; it’s about creating a self-sustaining system that prevents the very liquidation events that drive rents up and communities out.4.

Seeking attention and validation, he expects everyone to look up to him.

Maybe lost of tax efficient gains during peak earning years?

Obviously social media is another outlet, but what posts have you seen gain traction?

The only silver lining is this property performance so bad, that it helps offset the gains from my other 10 homes. 

I'm a very analytical person who won't start a new venture without first gaining a solid understanding, establishing the right framework and connections, and ensuring that I'm securing a great deal.

I think there is something to gain from this in explaining that, yes, they may use it, but there is inherit risk with using it. 

Expect, to only get about 8% (or lower) of the properties you buy redeemed.If you pay close attention to the type of property, and do research to protect your interests, the percentage does jump up to about 30%-50% on the properties eligible for two year redemption.

I had 3.5% rate, did a lot remodeling and heavy lifting, and decided to sell due to the 2/5 capital gains exclusion.

Essentially, instead of selling a property and paying taxes on the capital gains, you can reinvest the proceeds into a similar property and defer the taxes.