As the state navigates these changes, it will be crucial to monitor the impact on both homeowners and the overall real estate market.Citations:[1] https://reason.org/voters-guide/georgia-amendment-1-would-create-a-local-homestead-property-tax-exemption/[2] https://fultondems.org/guides/2024-proposed-amendment-guide/[3] https://www.fox5atlanta.com/news/what-exactly-is-georgia-amendment-1-important-property-tax-question-ballot[4] https://taxfoundation.org/blog/georgia-property-tax-exemption-amendment-1/[5] https://apnews.com/article/georgia-election-property-taxes-amendment-1cc7a1bc2af404efbe6771aaf1819c7f[6] https://www.wabe.org/the-three-measures-on-georgias-ballot-and-what-they-mean/[7] https://www.georgiapolicy.org/news/the-implications-of-amendment-1/[8] https://www.georgiapolicy.org/news/would-amendment-1-bring-property-tax-relief/

In addition, trade policies have introduced new cost pressures, with a 10% tariff on Chinese imports raising prices on certain goods, though tariffs on Canadian and Mexican imports remain suspended until March.

Also, important to confirm they will be warrantable condos for end buyers otherwise it will be very difficult for end buyers to secure financing and thus purchase the units. 

The most important thing you're missing is that you are his broker and not his accountant.

Another aspect that's important is to communicate to your relinquishing property buyer (Boston condo) that you're going be doing a 1031X and that they can offer you flexible closing time.

While the price is important, a successful investment is driven by the ROI.

They've never been in another house in the neighborhood.Now often they will have more neighborhood or city knowledge, that I may not have, but I ask them questions that I think are important to the sale or value.Many homeowners focus on the wrong things. 

But if real estate investing is your priority, it’s important to consider all the costs and timelines before committing to an IUL.

How important is it to have good credit when making these deals? 

I’m based in Tampa and run Graystone Investment Group, focusing heavily on helping (out of state) investors find and manage properties here in Florida.Totally agree on the importance of understanding those short-term rental rules in Florida—each area can feel like its own little country with all the different regulations!