I hope this isn't to insensitive. I was looking at a few properties in Mexico Beach and Port Saint Joe prior to their recent tragedy. How does this type of event affect the market in that area?What is the process of r...

I’m looking for some strategic advice but I don’t know anyone locally that thinks like the people on this board.I have four houses, three rentals plus primary. 3/2 1050sq’ owe $75k worth $240k rent is $1025 improved rent would be $1200 3/2.5 1090sq’ owe $80k worth $270k rent is $1025 improved rent would be $1450 3/2.5 2400sq’ owe $190k worth $455k rent is $1950 5/3 3500sq’ owe $160 worth $550k primaryI live in the west and values are sliding so numbers are guesses but I tend to be conservative.If I had to guess our 'real skin' in all this is probably about $25k.

The boutique nature of the size lends itself to all kinds of things.2.

I spend hours house hunting, going to open houses, looking at comps, and demos just for fun -- so I think naturally becoming a Realtor would be in the best interest for me?

You'd be able to model the various pros and cons that you described to see what the best option might be for your portfolio.Based on your description, the office model might have an above average growth rate given the location and less replacement reserves given the nature of the structure.

It's lovely natural land...hey, how would you like to have your very own Wildlife preserve?

20% 0% super risky for a bank to put all the skin in the game and you have none.

MIXED USE PROPERTIESIf it can be determined that the nature, intent, and primary purpose of the property is residential in use.

You may want to reach out to your accountant for verification.Also form 3115 is complex in nature - I would definitely leave the completion of the form to a professional. 

There are so many different ways to skin the cat in real estate.