I’m excited to learn from your experiences, exchange ideas, and contribute to discussions as I continue to grow in this space.Looking forward to connecting with you all and gaining valuable insights along the way! 

The big advantage is having the capital gains spread out over many years to avoid a huge tax bill.

Consider reaching out to a local Rental Owners Association to connect with experienced hosts, gain valuable insights, and access resources that can help you navigate property management more effectively.

I have a followup question - I will realize a lot of capital gain from this home in Idaho, so I think unless I purchase a new primary residence I will have to pay that capital gains tax. 

Let her sell it as she won’t have a taxable gain which you will have if she gives it to you and you sell.

@Helena Lee, I do not have experience with it, BUT I would expect to pay capital gains on the bitcoin. 

This avoids probate and ensures a step-up in basis when inherited, reducing future capital gains taxes.No reassessment since ownership doesn’t formally change.

What the concept you mentioned is talking about is leveraging equity to gain cash vs. selling essentially. 

That home was in Milpitas CA.. probably worth about 1 mil today.. but I lived there 2 years sold it made over 50k and I was off to the races.. primary home equity as I look back 50 years of ownership and multiple homes has made me well over 2.5 million in tax free gains. 

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