It is important to remember you own real estate in the Poconos and you are choosing to operate a STR business.

Some investors also use a business line of credit backed by their cash flow, which can help with future deals.If you’re planning to scale, maybe start stacking that cash for the next property or even park some in T-bills for short-term returns.

I made a similiar mistake in business, paying $1.1M upfront for promises and had no way to cut losses when those promises were not delivered on.

Shaun Shaun,I am a "specialist" and currently a business owner of a design and drafting company in CT. 

So, get busy on your listings. 

A brokerage could not care less if prices are 5% up or down, as a business the only thing that matters is transaction volume.

Hi Davis,I live in NC but invest primarily in Greenville SC / upstate with my business partners. 

I know you all are all very busy and I appreciate your time, and we look forward to hearing from you!

Your taxes are none of the ex wife's business and this would seem to address your concerns.I would also put her on notice that future requests for financial discovery will be two-way and if a discrepancy is seen in the other direction you will seek support from her.

First two deals were cash, we were running business out of the locations and had the opprotunity to buy.. no brainer :)