High borrowing costs right now, so have to look at what you're able to produce vs the borrowing cost. 1031ing can be a super powerful strategy, but there are time constraints involved.

They were absolutely ecstatic and super grateful. 

I am super excited to learn from all of you.

And with the amount of scams out there regarding rental property, I would be super weary of anything requiring payment before I see it (and that includes an application fee)

Not sure the final outcome, but I'm guessing that is a case where you think things are risk free, but I expect the purchaser was out significant legal fees that were not reimbursed and ended up not getting the property.I've always thought about this in the rare instance that a super nice and super valuable property goes to sale with a mortgage on it. 

@Christopher Morris, after being an REI myself since 2019 and our bookkeeping firm serving many REIs who have different strategies/business models, I'll tell you what is super clear to me...Never rely on rental properties to feed your family.

That is super exciting.

They have been "planning" for their next Super Bowl parade since 1995.PS.

If we wait and buy in 26 she would move in and let others rent with her and hopefully cover the mortgage. rent is super expensive there!.

I think having a network and accountability is super important but I would steer clear of any guru type offerings.