possible big upside for the current SAFE agreement holders.Brentwood.com is a current investor in Lazy Dogs LLC and wants to take it public in a few years. options usually are good for 10 years and at a current Valuation IPOs can go !

I feel my skill set, with an extensive background in project management, estimating, and renovations, makes me well suited for REI and  I am eager to start taking steps to transition my career to this industry.

Since you’re already diving into BiggerPockets, focus on clarifying your investment goals (house hacking, multifamily, or BRRRR), building your network with experienced investors and lenders, and most importantly, taking action by analyzing real deals.

I'll let the rest of the peanut gallery take it from here. 

Or sell using the 1031 exchange along with a partial 121 primary residence exemption There is a way you could take advantage of the 121 primary residence exclusion allowing you to take the first $250k of the gain tax free ($500k if married) and qualify for a 1031 exchange.Say you purchase a property as your primary residence (house hack extra rooms for extra income) and lived there for two years while stationed there.

This is a great place to learn and to connect with people so take advantage of all the great resources.

Sounds like you have been letting fear get in the way of taking the leap. 

I deal with a number of CA investors that take this same approach. 

You sell after 12 months and take no depreciation expense in the first year.  

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