One is under contract in which I plan to 1031 into something larger and the other I just plan to keep as the contract expires soon.

Quote from @Account Closed: For someone rebuilding their real estate business and looking to transition into larger multifamily deals, what’s the most effective way to position yourself as a valuable partner in syndications—especially when capital is limited but market knowledge, deal-finding ability, and local expertise are strengths?

If I don't want the stress of RE I'm just going to buy index funds/stocks/bonds - much easier to liquidate than getting back my money in a syndication that's not doing well.  

Leverage magnifies return. 3) The effort involved in adding an ADU is comparable or larger than a rehab associated with a BRRRR.

Part of a larger development. 

Should we save every penny for a larger downpayment? 

The tax savings could be larger than the regular income. 

This is also on the heels of their update call last night where one of the focal pitch points was discussing the "millions and millions and millions" liquid in place to purchase more properties.

If you want to close with cash, it sounds like youre going to have to liquidate your collateral or borrow against it, which will likely be more expensive that a mortgage.

You will start with the larger pieces and fill in with accessories, wall art, rugs, and decor.Because I own cabins in a mountain environment, I try to avoid the new case goods.