First you need to find out what your gain is so you know if you need a 1031 exchange.

Those states are tax and landlord friendly, but not as cash flow friendly as they once were, although, you may be able to find pockets that work. 

That sure is a pretty looking bridge, I hope the local people find it to be a very useful thing.

You might find it useful to attend a meetup or two just to learn how other folks got their start into the industry :) I host a small/intimate meetup once a month in LIC, check it out here: https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/521/topics/1214850-meet...

We drafted a short-term “use agreement” giving her a couple of months to find a new spot for her outdoor furniture and tools.

Financing a Multifamily (5+ units) project for a 0 experience borrower will be just about impossible to find. 

My biggest piece of advice would be to find someone who is in the position you would want to be in 10, 15, or 20 years and meet for coffee.

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