If it were me, I would like consider refinancing only 1 of the 2 properties now and considering the second later in 2025 or even early 2026 when rates potentially soften.

Then they will take out leverage to complete the purchase of the second property. 

I don’t know your exact situation, but in your shoes I might pursue the refinance option first and then equity buyout second.

Weekly coffee held every friday from 7-8:30 at smokey row on cottage grove held by Darson Grantham  Monthly meeting second Tuesday of every month from 5-7 at Keg Stand (they did re brand & it is named differently now) but that is where it is held.

As an example, my neighbor added a second story to her home and the contractor gave her an estimate that she agreed to. 

The market here feels like it’s on the verge of a shift—many investors who bought in the last few years may need to sell, which could open doors for those of us ready to take action.A little about me: I grew up in a working-class family where I started young, helping my father and uncle manage their properties and businesses.

Second, the ownership of the relinquished property and the replacement property in the three (3) Private Letter Rulings involved two distinctly different taxpayers.

Secondly, short-term rentals provide flexibility for owners, allowing them to potentially use the property themselves when not rented out.

Reason why is because FDIC Bankers "Do Not" charge points on traditional programs like primary homes, standard investment purchase and refinance, Second home/vacation homes.Lenders, Brokers all charge points to meet their Loan officer compensation plan (commission).

Technically, I have two rentals, but the second one is muddy as above because it's our marital property.