@Mauricio BlancoWell... if you are trying to do a cash out on a duplex that is also your primary residence in Texas its a no go...

If your contractor and the current tenant showed you enough to make the deal a "no go" for you, then you should be able to terminate the purchase agreement (and only lose the DD money...in NC).I like the idea of getting quotes on making the repairs, and presenting (still, within the DD period) the seller with the problems, quotes, and a request to reduce the price by $xyz....or, you could just decide you don't want to deal with the property since it has xyz issues.  

So solar on a primary residence, in my opinion is a no brainer.

Millennial growth in Austin (Currently # 3 most desired place for Millennials to live), and the steady 4-6% equity growth of the Austin market make this a no brainer.   

Once they see the benefits its a no brainer! 

If the walls are going to be open and gutted it is a no-brainer.

When I sell FSBO, which is always, I offer at a no agents price, then just say to add to the offer any commission or seller assist. 

It's a no from me on both props. 

If you live in a no income tax state it is reasonable and there are plenty of choices, if you live in a high tax state like CA it doesn't matter and may actually be better to also invest in a high tax state because you get credit for taxes paid to other states on your state income taxes.However there may be better deals in states that do have taxes but you'll be fine with or without them.

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