Hard to give good advice without more info, but since You are single no kids it's hard to beat buying a single family fixer upper and living in it for two years and then selling for tax free profits....I'm a big fan of Waltham these days $.02 

I have also been doing quite a bit of research on Loan's, tax consequences etc., and am working towards being a expert in this niche.  

Hi Kin,Transferring your share of the property to your brother may have tax implications, including gift tax if the transfer is considered a gift.

During escrow converted it to a Roth and paid the taxes.

If you need financial help, ask under the "Finance, Tax, and Legal" forum.

A lot of Chicago workers are moving to this area to escape IL taxes and politics.

Not sure if it’s already been discussed in this thread but have those that built ADUs experienced a significant increase in property taxes?

Your loan will be $1,100 a month, add insurance and property tax.

What is the interest rate on borrowing compared to the rate you are earning, then take into consideration the tax consequences. 

Credit Rating/Bank Statements/Tax Returns: Specify your requirements, if important to you.Purchase Criterion: How do you define a good deal, which will be profitable for your borrower and safe for you?