Find Brandon's videos on YouTube for the "four square" method of analyzing homes and practice.

You can't do a 1031 exchange into property you already own or use the proceeds to make improvements on property you own. 

(Note: These are non-negotiable requirements) Other Incentive ProgramsSmall Business Improvement Fund: Best thought of as a storefront/small business rehabilitation program, this small grant program ($150,000 for commercial properties and $250,000 for industrial properties) is targeted for smaller renovation projects and can cover anywhere from 30-90% of the cost of remodeling a storefront facade, roof replacement, major systems replacements (HVAC, plumbing, electrical, etc.) or an individual interior space build-out within a larger building to get it tenant ready.

That was a prime investing market, so your experience won't be the same today, but you can definitely improve your station in life within 5-10 years.

A general credit line, on the other hand, could be secured by other assets or unsecured, and doesn't necessarily involve your home equity.HELOC Characteristics: - Uses your home as collateral - Usually has a lower interest rate than unsecured credit lines - Typically has a variable interest rate - Allows you to borrow up to a certain limit, repay, and borrow again during the draw period - Can be used for various purposes, including home improvements, debt consolidation, or as an emergency fund While it's possible to use a HELOC for RE investing or rehab projects, some lenders may be hesitant about this use.

I thought BP was more or less about helping others save money, invest that money and  make more $$$ while improving our own situations simultaneously.I understand that you might be looking out for people that are not overly positive in the cash flow, (good on ya) but I don't see a downside to spending/earning the same amount and have NO house payment in several years. 

He has a You Tube channel it's  fun to watch for a while .

With IB off, we are still at 75% occupancy, so I guess there is room for 25% improvement.  

Their behavior is not likely to improve.  

Maybe Intuit's newest version is improved, but speaking to a tech in India or Phillipines when I had a question and waiting on hold was a horrible experience.