I'm interested in flipping, and short-term rentals at the moment to build good cash flow, then pivot into more of a buy-and-hold/appreciation play 10-15 years from now.

Here are some trends that could play out, or further develop in 2025.Leasing & Tenant Experience AI-Powered Leasing: Chatbots and AI tools will streamline leasing processes, from answering tenant inquiries to scheduling tours.Virtual Tours & Digital Leasing: These will become even more standard, making it easier for tenants to rent remotely.TechnologySmart Property Management: IoT devices (smart locks, thermostats, etc.) will become more common, improving efficiency and tenant satisfaction.Property Management Software: Platforms will integrate more AI for predictive maintenance, rent collection, and financial reporting.SustainabilityGreen building practices and energy-efficient upgrades will be a major focus, driven by tenant demand and potential incentives.AI & AutomationAI will play a bigger role in tenant screening, rent pricing optimization, and even predicting market trends.Automation will handle repetitive tasks like maintenance requests and lease renewals, freeing up PMs for higher-level activities.I'm sure there are plenty more shifting trends that I haven't mentioned and that are sure to evolve over the next year. 

Real estate is one of the most powerful wealth-building vehicles—but only if you know how to play the game. 

Here is my Cliff Notes on this elaborate example:If you have unused losses from the past, they might significantly soften the tax blow from a profitable sale.I don't see how this is called "strategic play" or "premium lemonade."

is this a long-term play or short term?   

The list goes on with the negotiations, and saying that you'll work with the agent in a dual agency role to get them to throw their commission into play for the seller to reduce from 1M to $975,000 is not that great when you can work with an agent that can get you a house for $925K and $20K back at closing while you are paying them $25K (typically not though).5.

Then if you still 100K off, I would start dropping the price in a big way to get to an even playing field. 

This cycle has played out numerous times:Mobile Home Park Residents Lose HomesMidfield Mobile Home Park Residents Lose Court BattleLoss of Another Tempe Trailer Park Highlights Lack of Affordable HousingMobile Home Park Residents Face HomelessnessIn an effort to preserve our country’s affordable housing, it is our duty as community operators to keep Lot Rents in line with the market rate.

Here's how each option plays out:Option A: Convert Back to a Rental and Use a 1031 ExchangeIf you re-rent the home for at least one to two years, you can defer capital gains taxes through a 1031 exchange by reinvesting in another investment property.

so Kristi this begs the question in Fort Meyers were you had land guys in the 50s plat literally 500k thousand lots  ( lehigh Acres etc) where is the development plays or is it all commercial development plays..