If I sold, I think it would be by a hair that I can offload the property for the balance despite a tax value of $440,000, but it would get it off my books completely and free up my VA loan to purchase again. 

U do that in Jackson MS and your house will be stripped of everything and anything of value full stop.

These gatherings are a great way to meet wholesalers, flippers, and other investors willing to share their knowledge.Offer to add value.

It’s the easiest way to get a feel for being a landlord without the stress of managing rehab projects.

How did you add value to the deal?

Mike Lambert above is correct about house values in Japan.

Bootstrap financing How did you add value to the deal?

I'm currently with an investment brokerage but my end goal is to be an investor and feel the big shoes my parents are leaving me with! 

I understand the value my CPA provides for me in my situation.However, when should my other 2 partners hire help for taxes? 

It depends on the property.... is it value add where there's also a construction component or merely a management improvement opportunity?