Did you work with any real estate professionals (agents, lenders, etc.) that you'd recommend to others?

Most are traveling professionals needing an alternative to a thousand dollar a week hotels.

@Andrey ShostakA tax calculator would be nice.

They can also give you a better idea of how much you should be prepared to pay so you can cruise through your closing with confidence.And as you plan ahead for closing day, be sure to budget for your real estate agent’s professional service fee too, in case the seller doesn’t cover it.

Urged them to make a withdrawal and pay the tax penalty because this program, training, education will change their life.

If you need financial help, ask under the "Finance, Tax, and Legal" forum.

If you paid under $230k, you’d save $30k in federal capital gains taxes and maybe another $15k or more in state income taxes.

If the signs point to selling, consult your CPA about the tax implications.

I’m glad to be here and have many different professionals like you all reach out and help new beginners like myself!   

It can be done ethically, but you need safeguards to confirm mortgage & possibly property tax payments made on-time, as well as insurance with you protected.- Also, you need a legal way to take back the deed if buyer defaults!