But the lawsuit reveals details that are hard to ignore: emails, phone calls, and even group meetings allegedly used to share strategies for keeping rents high.

Medford (North Boston) happens to be a low supply/high demand market so I absolutely need to get more comfortable with consistent rent increases but those increases need to be researched and in line with the market. 

If yu claim one it doesn't void the option to claim the other one.Provided you meet the IRS requirements for both, as a tax strategy, you could complete exclude a portion of capital gains under Section 121 and then defer the remaining capital gains under Section 1031 (@Dave Foster is a great resource for 1031 exchange). ..

The appeal, in my experinence, is a steady local base plus some vacationers passing through.I’ve got a freind who scooped up a place near the Ozarks and found that while huge cash flow was harder to come by, the consistent occupancy gave them fewer headaches over time.

Focus on strategies that align with your needs, like turnkey properties, build-to-rent options, or small multifamily buildings, especially if you prefer less hands-on management.

You don't necessarily need a mentor for this investment strategy.

If that's the case, maybe look at a different house hacking strategy that might work (like a SFR with an ADU or renting by the room, ie having roommates).2.

There are strategies that can be combined (i.e.

Also, Dealmachine has consistent tech issues with everything and most times it's unresolved.

@Fareen E. as long as you don't violate Fair Housing and are CONSISTENT, you can do whatever.If you require an ID from EVERYONE, you are safe.