My accountant was lazy, not well informed and provided bad advice.

My point is certain things are learned with experience and 1) acting as GC once does not provide an opportunity to leverage the experience 2) mistakes can be costly.good luckHi Dan,thank you.

The lot size, the pool, and the quiet cul-de-sac location provided great bones, and with the right upgrades and modern touches, it could command a much higher price in the competitive Hamptons market.

Sees a lot of off market stuff because he is a property manager as well.The toughest part about investing outside of your locality is finding boots on the ground that you can trust.

I believe interest is tax-deductible if used for property improvements or purchases, and it gives you quick access to funds while keeping your stock portfolio intact.Private Money Loan: If you have a trusted partner and terms that work well for both parties, this could be an efficient solution without tapping into your other assets.

Implying bait and switch is pretty bold, please provide specific examples OR possibly consider not implying this about a loan shop that you clearly don't know much about. 

This allows the fix & flipper to make a little money upfront, but a lot more at the back end when we reassign the mortgage/deed of trust back to them.

I like to think, if you trust their record or numbers - good luck to you.

We even did a mid-year check in meeting in person but felt like he did not provide us any guidance.

A trusted real estate agent and a lender can guide you through the process, explain the help that’s out there, and connect you with resources to make buying a home a reality.Bottom LineIf you’re ready to stop wondering if buying a home is possible and start exploring solutions, connect with an expert agent and trusted lender.