Jokes aside, I believe @Noah Wright's post brings attention to another issue and that's the smaller investments many capital raisers are seeking.

You have the problem common to a lot of people getting started; wanting to invest but lacking sufficient capital.  

As we did as the capital partner.

There are a few ways to go about structuring the financing to help leverage some capital. 

I understand that it may take time to build the capital for larger deals, but I’m committed to making it happen.

Avoid Capital Gains Tax LiabilitySelling your rental property to buy a more attractive one can help you defer capital gain taxes.

Beyond just the borrower characteristics, you might want to remember the broader 5 'C's' of Credit: Character, Capacity, Collateral, Capital, and Conditions.As a smaller lender myself, I focus on the Borrower first and their ability to get a project across the line with as little headaches (to me) as possible. 

Whether it's leveraging a 1031 exchange to defer capital gains taxes or exploring new investment opportunities in areas like Austin or the Phoenix area, there are plenty of options out there.If you're considering your next steps, I'd be happy to share some insights from what I've seen in these markets.

If you are wanting to sell your real estate property, but are worried about paying taxes on the capital gains, a great strategy to consider is a 721 Exchange.

If not, capitalize and depreciate it.