Average returns on $200k in VTI or VOO turns into about $3M in 30 years even if you contribute $0 between now and then.

A great place to both learn and contribute back to those just starting out.....

I don't think I'd get a charitable deduction due to the fact of it purposely being burned down.

@Kevin Hoover, with certain types of entities it is possible to contribute property to and distribute property from that entity without triggering a tax event. 

Knowing what I know now, I will never contribute to Roth; I will only make pre-tax contributions, get maximum tax deductions, invest, and then be selective about which asset I want to convert (such as the one above).  

POHs inherently contribute to elevated expense ratios due to their operational demands, and this effect is magnified when the number of homes is limited, as fixed costs are distributed across fewer units.

Russel, while I don’t always agree with you, I respect your opinions and your contributions to BP.  

Contributing to a Solo 401(k) or SEP-IRA can reduce taxable income, and Section 179 or bonus depreciation lets you deduct equipment costs upfront.

My Roth were all contributions, no conversions, but I can say I have seen many convert from pre-tax to Roth  

How much time / cash / other are each individual expected to contribute?