The realtor organization doesn't like that. 

I  TRIED TO DO 990 TAX RETURNS FOR FY 16 AND FY 17 PLUS, WE HAVE A RELATED LLC BUSINESS ENTITY.   I HAVE BEEN TRYING TO DO ALL THE TAX FORMS MYSELF, AFTER LOSING A BOARD MEMBER THAT WAS TAKING CARE OF THIS.CAN ANY ...

Stockpile as much cash as possible to weather a storm, be vigilant on the acquisition, and get your systems organized now while there is still stability.

I've learned a lot in the process and my network has grown tremendously. 

It has always been a C area and other parts of the city is growning I don’t see as much growth in this area.  

It has always been a C area and other parts of the city is growning I don’t see as much growth in this area.

On the state side, in New York the law states that the following is exempt from transfer taxes: "a deed that effects a mere change of identity or form of ownership or organization but only to the extent that the beneficial ownership remains the same." 

At this point, I just organized all my existing contacts into various groups: Colleagues, Professionals, and so forth.

Rather than get a bigger house, I'm looking for clever ways to organize my stuff.

Without a discount I think you'll find the $9k ish in closing costs and the higher rate will make you wish you saved for your next purchase organically  5 or 10 yrs from now.I'd wait a year or 2, ask the seller for a discount and save up for your next buy.