Obviously there is a lot to discuss on this topic, but for a very quick glance, here are a few pro's and con's to consider when thinking about section 8 rentals:Pros:Guaranteed Rent Payments -> The government pays a significant portion (if not all) of the rent directly to the landlord, providing a reliable and steady income stream.High Demand -> There is often a high demand for Section 8 housing, reducing the risk of long vacancy periods.Cons:Inspection and Compliance -> The property must pass an initial inspection and comply with health and safety standards set by the local housing authority.

Let me look into the topic further and get back to you!

@Dave Foster and @Bill Exeter I've researched endlessly on this topic, including reviewing IRS procedures and rulings, and speaking with 1031 intermediaries, and can never seem to come to a clear picture of how to handle my situation until I came across this page.

Example  https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/12/topics/1158469-looki...

Very informative topic.

Just make sure they specialize in tax and have significant experience dealing with real estate investors.Here is a great list of questions to ask a potential accountant: http://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/51/topics/70447-questions-to-ask-a-cpaAlso check out the www.NAEA.org page in your search.

if you just found this on Realtor.com, and don't know anything about the market, you will end up like this guy.https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/48/topics/1193623-rent-...

Particularly be sure to include your goals for real estate investing so that folks can help you. 2) Follow your favorite forum topics and set up keyword alerts!

STR's are one of the more popular forum topics and 'complicated' investment categories (especially for newbies) so I wanted to share some recent investor and operator experiences on the Oregon Coast and why a coastal STR vacation rental home is worth considering. - Feasibility & Permit-ability: If you know where to look you can still secure a STR permit in most cities or counties from Brookings to Astoria.

https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/530/topics/1103777-ormo...https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/12/topics/1111006-tampa...etc    ..