In my experience stoves and refrigerators have WAY less issues than washers, dryers, and probably dishwashers. 3.

HI There;There are two properties built in 1894 located in South Orange, New Jersey.  Blocks away from Seton University, one with 11 bedrooms and 4 baths and the other with 14 bedrooms and 4 baths.Both show signs of d...

@Emily Gowen so as you pointed out you would not have to do a 1031 exchange on your current home to avoid the capital gains tax and coupled with what Dave Foster pointed out I think, speaking from experience you would have a high likelihood of success. 

@Stephanie Menard, a few comments based on my own experience.1.

I know this is probably quite rare, but if anyone has any experience in this, any advice will be appreciated.Thanks,Gene

Additionally, I would like to attempt to do the process Owner/Builder with subcontracting work out as well as doing some of the work I'm comfortable with (I have some experience with bathroom & kitchen remodeling an am not new to the construction industry).

Continue Renting options (self-manage or PM) - Our initial experience has been smooth, but of course not perfect.

Paulette,Thanks for sharing that awful experience. 

A financial advisor with real estate experience can help you plan effectively.

PMC staff are good at maintenance and maybe repairs, but they are NOT licensed contractors with years of real-world experience.