If you pull out 500k, and invest in a deal that will generate tax benefits, future appreciation, cash flow, and is one step closer to leaving your job, then in my opinion it' worth it.Creative financing works if you understand the business, and aren't only looking for seller finance deals.

And if so, what are the benefits of section 8 if the only guarantee is the direct deposit and yearly inspection?

Quote from @Spencer Dixon: I'm familiar with concept and benefits of bonus depreciation but I'm not sure where the current law stands and the bill that was floating around congress.

She’s just a good person, period, and anyone she works with will benefit from her expertise.If you’re considering investing in Cleveland or need help with an out-of-state property, do yourself a favor and contact Melissa.

As I see it, consolidating all of our assets under a single holding company offers numerous benefits, including tax advantages, better lending oppurtites, and possibly more liability protection. 

How will tax benefits break down?

Unfortunately, you miss out on a lot of the cool tax benefits you’d get with long-term real estate investing—like long-term capital gains rates, bonus depreciation, 1031 exchanges, depreciation, etc.Another thing to keep in mind is that when you buy a property to flip, you can’t just deduct the purchase price right away.

That's one of the benefits w/ Carrot is we can help you cut that learning curve and make it easier and faster for you. 

For buying my first property, I really benefited from a good real estate agent and talking to as many investors as possible.

I'd be happy to discuss further, but I have numerous clients that have positive cash flow & fantastic appreciation.