Consider long-term goals, market trends, improvements, tax benefits, and flexibility.

You bet!

It might help pay for your expenses if you house hack but I bet the number of markets a 3.5% down payment is cash flowing has shrunk significantly over the past 2 years.

I didn't stick around to see it sell but I'm betting it went to the plaintiff.Here's a question... if you could successfully line up financing in the period between the sheriff's sale and the confirmation hearing, could you close with bank financing?

@Michael Plaks is spot on - character wise, 1099-R income falls in the same "bucket" as a W-2 wage would be, thus to offset this income with real estate losses, it follows the exact same pathway (ST rental with material participation or REP status with traditional rentals), but since you don't have all your time sucked up with a W-2 job, you have much greater flexibility to hit those related hours thresholds under those paths as well.No idea if he's taking clients - but if you are looking for local(ish) and qualified in TX, Michael is also likely a great one to reach out to.

Talking to a local like Greg will always be your best bet.

.- Business Model: Looking to provide flexible financing solutions for individuals and businesses who may not fit traditional lending criteria.- Regulatory Compliance: Ensuring all legal and regulatory requirements are met for private lending.Questions for the Community:1.

Thanks -  Lucas HannonGet your finances in order.Build your reserves.Tweak your mindset to stay flexible.

We also witness seller flexibility, which has not been seen for a few years.

The individual leases give you the most flexibility; most renters will be fine with them as it makes them responsible for only their end of rent.