@Adolphus Fletcher Like others have mentioned, gaining a non-recourse loan is a challenge unless in some cases where the loan is a commercial style loan of $5MM+ and the borrowing entity has strong income & assets to satisfy the lender's concern tied to the guarantee of the loan.

And when you invest in relationships and go the extra mile, you create something far more valuable than a single deal—you build a business people can trust and rely on when it matters most.

Sell home: ideally avoiding capital gains tax by living there for 2 of the last 5 years2.

Plus, if your property isn’t right on the water, the chances of it getting completely wiped out are even smaller, around 10%.And if you’re not in a flood zone, then it’s really just a matter of balancing the cost of insurance versus the potential gains in a market where people are panicking.

This will allow you to gain valuable experience without overwhelming yourself.Understand the Market: Take the time to research the Houston market thoroughly.

By diversifying across different property types, you can ensure a balanced portfolio that generates both immediate returns and long-term gains.

@Sam Peterson You can utilize different online companies (web, phone apps, etc.) for this but if you're new to REI you could gain traction by making your own.

However, we're unable to gain access because they lack a local team.Poplar, if you are seeing this message, please address the situation in Columbus, Ohio.

With suburban spots around Houston and Dallas gaining traction for affordability and space, how do you think the trend will evolve if interest rates continue to rise?

You'll pay capital gains tax on the gain on the sale.