We managed to navigate it, but it was a lesson in the importance of understanding both federal and state regulations.Given your location in Boston, Massachusetts, it's especially pertinent to consult with a qualified intermediary or tax professional familiar with both federal and Massachusetts state laws to ensure a smooth exchange process.

Check with a great tax professional!

@JerryllYes I completely understand have been a professional data scientist since 2018 before i swapped it out for real estate development 2 years ago.

Had a call with someone from their team recently - very professional and knowledgeable. 

Health professionals are generally looking for 1-2 bedrooms and even travelers in other professions look for that size unit.

@Richard Schubert are you having these professionally inspected before you buy them?

Although Philadelphia is only requiring you to get General Liabilty, I think you have a bigger exposure to Professional Liability (E&O) insurance. 

That could be market knowledge, ability to rehab a property - something that can give you an edge over other experienced RE professionals in the market and asset class you are working in. 

One year, one of the barn cats found its way into the cellar to sleep on the warm furnace ducts (we lived in snow country).

It has to do with the professional way you've handled yourself, the good communication with our team and the fact that you are closing your first house with us.