I would check the rules in all of your jurisdictions.

Which is not easy for possible for many people (like your husband).Once you really know what to do, the risk level drastically reduces.

Not one lawsuit, the guests are respectful of the place and it's easy to repeat the formula in multiple real estate markets across the country.

The interest tracing rules come into play for debt financed distributions.

Hennepin County, No. 22-166, Slip Op. at 14 (May 25, 2023) ruled property owners can reclaim any surplus equity resulting from a tax sale.

Even with all I mentioned and forgot to mention above the real estate money was easy moneyHere is the house https://www.corcoran.com/nyc/Listings/Display/4778829?

be sure to stick to your 70% rule for the flip, know your numbers. run everything conservatively. overbudget for time and costs but 15-20% Did you work with any real estate professionals (agents, lenders, etc.) that you'd recommend to others?

I understand the obvious reasons, but he has not been easy to explain the reasons why I would like it off my husband and I's joint returns.

It's easy for people to say it's a scam because they expect to magically make money and when they don't they ruin the possible experience for others.  

The rules and payment standards vary significantly from one area to another, so familiarizing yourself with the local housing authority's procedures is key.