@Agatha Oliveira Over the last 10 years case law has been established that greatly expands the ability to redeem tax sale properties.

Agree , those are all incredibly important as is good property management and the ability to price the property correctly based on your competitors rates( dynamic pricing ) . 

Sell too soon for tax reasons - and pull your hair watching this investment climb up while no longer in your portfolio.Harvest investment gains or losses.

Our tools are a reflection of our ability to rationalize...This, in turn, is where the competitive advantage is.Think about it.

Dan makes a great point - you want to be clear of any areas that are working on limiting the ability to rent OR cap your rental potential.

Cashflow, ability to build a team, landlord tenant laws, price to rent ratio etc.......were all factors in the decision making process almost a decade ago.Now,  I wonder why your approach is an either or view? 

Allows you to keep your current portfolio with the ability to access $ to fund projects. 

No way lights are running up a bill by $250 in an apartment.

@Lilia Very refreshing to see such a positive attitude and ability to bounce back, I am sure you will succeed in your investing journey

If you have the ability to visit, I highly encourage you to do so!