But if you aren't expecting that, it can be a shock when you first see it.  

Anyway.. carry on I am sure you will figure out what works..

Also know that building a home seldom goes as expected - I have relatives that just built a nicer house… they thought it would take 9 months… it literally took 18-24 months between delays in permitting and the builder just not being able to get it done in a timely manner - often due to sub-contractor issues.  

If you can’t do a 1031 to a non-income tax state, figure out a year when you will have lower income and tax rates ar as low as possible.

With the fires in CA, you can expect materials and contractors to become even more expensive. 

I have a 6-figure land business & am just here to help (no affiliate links).The best land investing program I have seen is Jonathon Haveles with The Land Method and Land Riches Blueprint. 

Properties here often fall well below $150k, and the market is expected to see home prices rise by 10.5% in 2025.

As an employee of a MF Development Company, your boss will expect you to dedicate full-time hours to your job.

I focused on high-impact renovations that aligned with the expectations of Hamptons buyers.

Was fortunate enough to lease for higher than expected rental rates.