The most efficient strategy ALWAYS depends on your specific situation.

If you wanted to pull funds out of this property next year, then I wouldn't recommend it because these loans have prepayment penalty periods.

You need a great agent to sell the place for you and not allow the listing to sit for long periods of time. 

Before I buy my first property, I’m curious to talk with a financial advisor to ensure I’m in a good spot and figure out the most tax efficient way to pull together a down payment.

In fact, having a knowledgeable team (agents, brokers, property managers) can help you secure better deals and manage your properties efficiently, especially if you're aiming to be a passive investor.Holding Company: Setting up a holding company for your LLCs is a smart move, especially if you're planning to build a sizable portfolio.

What happens if a flood or fire occurs to the property during the redemption period?

That said, long-term the appreciation you get in the Puget Sound region is superior to many other markets, so assuming you find an excellent property management company that is able to screen tenants and only put in very well qualified, vetted occupants and you experience limited issues over the holding period, you'd likely come out ahead retaining the Mill Creek property if your financially able to do so and still buy wherever you are headed out of state.

Prepayment Penalty Period.

My plan was to put down 35% while she would cover the remaining 65%.However, the seller has requested to be in escrow for 45-60 days so that he can complete a 1031 exchange and use the proceeds to buy another house within that period.

In this post, I'll talk about key care-abouts and tasks once you sign the contract and are into the due dilligence period:1.