Seriously though, if you haven't already get your self a solid real estate-focused tax professional in your corner.

Happy New Year,I'm reaching out to connect with professionals in the Pittsburgh area.  

Quote from @Miguel Del Mazo: Quote from @Jonathan Greene: Quote from @Miguel Del Mazo: We have 3 2/1 condos in our portfolio that attract traveling professionals (medical or otherwise) and a triplex that we essentially BRRR'd down to the studs.

It's always inspiring to see fellow real estate professionals who are passionate about learning and sharing insights.Phoenix is a vibrant market with plenty of opportunities.

That kind of shoot-from-the-hip approach can be fun for a minute, but it usually ends up like my old buddy Rick’s first deal.. he bought a distressed fourplex in Tucson years back without a real plan, and while he eventually turned it into a solid monthly cash flow, he spent the first six months sleeping with one eye on the tenant ledger, praying the HVAC wouldn’t bail on him after a hot desert day.

Did you work with any real estate professionals (agents, lenders, etc.) that you'd recommend to others?

Are they being professionally managed or DIY managed?

OPERATIONAL COMPETENCY CHECKLIST 📋DOCUMENTATION HANDLING 📑Clean, professional exchange documentsPrompt response to document requestsClear tracking system for deadlinesWritten procedures for identification period complianceSTAFF EXPERTISE 👥Dedicated exchange coordinatorsLegal counsel on staff or retainerClear escalation proceduresContinuous training programsWARNING SIGNS OF INCOMPETENCE 🚩Confusion about basic §1031 rulesUnable to explain identification rules clearlyMissing or inconsistent tracking of key datesPoor communication during critical periodsNo backup personnel for your coordinatorTECHNOLOGY INFRASTRUCTURE 💻Look for:Secure client portalsAutomated deadline notificationsElectronic document storageReal-time transaction trackingCOMPLIANCE RED FLAGS 🚨Suggesting aggressive interpretations of §1031Unwillingness to provide written guidanceCasual attitude toward identification rulesPushing timeline boundariesEXPERIENCE MATTERS!

Readers should seek professional advice.

But still, I think it's a bit too high.Did you work with any real estate professionals (agents, lenders, etc.) that you'd recommend to others?