If you are looking for proper guidance from someone that has house hacked quite a few times and has the knowledge and experience to help get you going in the right direction, I recommend reaching out to @Josh Green.

A 1031 exchange doesn’t apply, but funding through a self-directed IRA can defer taxes, though profits from debt financing may trigger UBIT.To reduce taxes, consider forming an LLC for better expense deductions, offsetting gains with investment losses, or holding the property for 12+ months to qualify for lower long-term capital gains rates.This post does not create a CPA-Client relationship.

There are no qualifications you need to be a realtor - I have witnessed many of them eating crayons directly from the box. 

Usually there's a lockup period (often three years) in note funds, so you can't use that cash to do direct note investing.  

If we include investments in mortgage loans (trust deeds), real estate partnerships, REITs as well as direct property ownership, I’m at about 80%.  

MLS-listed deals are a bit harder to find, so investors here have had to get more creative in sourcing deals either through their own hustle (door-knocking, website, direct mail, driving for dollars) or finding good wholesalers to feed them deals. 

Now, I focus on design and amenities that directly enhance their experience:•Practical Bathrooms: I added a combo washer/dryer to one of my bathrooms because guests coming back from outdoor adventures often need to wash their gear right away.

I'll message you directly to see if you want to talk more.

Seriously, all I can tell you is this:Showing you screenshots, and a ton of leads from my website is a direct indication of the effectiveness of what I am telling you. 

People care more about the appearance of kitchen appliances because they are in a public portion of the house as opposed to washer/dryers which visitors rarely see. 4.