-if you have other income sources, you can think about real estate as one component. 

Well focus on market will low expense ratios so that rent (the largest component of inflation) is certain to grow faster than expenses.

Most often older the better actually, because manufacturing process's drastically changed and components have a quarter the use span older components have.     

I would day often NO.So it’s a tricky process - trying to thread the needle.Best advice is to work with a broker who has been there and done that and can guide you thru the process. 1031s are not rocket science but there is a skill and knowledge component to successfully get one done.Also pick an Exchange intermediary and trust their advice and counsel.

Many Super Jumbo mortgage lenders offer an interest only component.

In the first stage of this process, you must underwrite it to ascertain its highest and best use and financial performance.Conducting this analysis sets the stage for securing a purchase contract with terms and conditions aligned with the timing and budget of the planned project.

HiCurrently live in a 1958 home with an oil furnace from 1997 and original terra cotta tile lined flue, which I am told would be a good idea to have relined with a stainless steel liner because the tiles are no longer aligned.

By aligning projects with non-profit initiatives, I've discovered collaborative opportunities that not only generate economic returns but also foster social progress.Philanthropy serves as a powerful engine for economic revitalization, job creation, and sustainable growth.

Being on title protects the seller from the buyer defaulting - it seems this is an alternative to "officially" putting them in a 2nd position)-- Title company sends seller the $350K they require-- Title company sends buyer back $650K (which they can use to pay off their transactional lender if they used one)So now the seller is happy bc they got the $350K they needed, the buyer is happy bc they acquired a property for zero dollars out-of-pocket, and from what I understand the 1st position lender is happy bc due the LLC arrangement the seller finance component is not technically considered a second lien on the property.

At my company we specialize in rental property management and we also would be happy to be a resource for tailored advice to ensure your future investments align with your financial goals.Feel free to reach out if you'd like to discuss further or if you were to need property management solutions in the future.