Quote from @Steven Olivas: Quote from @V.G Jason: It's not real cash, so I wouldn't seek advice on what to do with it.   

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I'm seeking advice on scaling my real estate portfolio and attracting potential investors.

Readers should seek professional advice.

This allows you to invest in real estate without triggering the 10% early withdrawal penalty or income taxes, and the gains can grow tax-deferred (or tax-free in a Roth IRA).

I will seek out the answers to those questions as I get into this field. 

As a general rule of thumb if the property has a ground level commercial requirement in order to show sufficient hardship to seek a residential use change the property should be located in a location that is not conducive to commercial use i.e residential street, close but not as marketable as properties located on neighborhood's primary commercial corridor etc. 

However, I'm feeling a bit overwhelmed by the sheer number of markets and the endless research involved.I’m reaching out to seek your guidance on how to take that first crucial step in my real estate journey.

Still seeking a buyer Lessons learned?

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