Plus it would have to be a banger of a property for me to have that kind of confidence in it going the distance through all the market cycles, regulation changes, OTA market shifts etc at which point I may as well buy it.Which circles back to my original point- if I am not owning and benefiting from the appreciation, why should I absorb so much risk and upfront capital if instead I can find an underperforming property with potential, take a guaranteed return off the top and invest almost no money on my side? 

The power of REI in todays market is delayed gratification  combines with the tax benefits the following year. 

It will familiarize you with the basic terminology and benefits.

That was a huge benefit in this case for many reasons, but the most important one, was the softening market.

Leveraging tax benefits like depreciation to scale your portfolio, combined with smart 1031 exchanges, helps you compound your investments.

That was a huge benefit in this case for many reasons, but the most important one, was the softening market.

The many bad advice on this platform are mostly in part attributed to "AI" making everyone look smart but the few true ones like you would greatly benefit from a natural conversational interface tool that refers people to you for your quality advice.I remain a cautious, optimistic skeptic but open to embracing what the future holds.

DSCR (Debt Service Coverage Ratio) loans are a popular option for investors because they come with several key benefits that set them apart from traditional loans.

Make sure you and your brother are on the same page, and it might be helpful to have an open conversation with your wife about the potential risks and benefits.

Of course, I didn't go with any of these GCs but I also have the benefit of waiting and not being on anyone's timeline or deadline.