However, if you choose to stay there for a bit and sell you'll get the first $500K of profit tax-free if you've lived in it for at least 2 out of the 5 years prior to sale.

Have you ever read Amazon.com reviews and wondered how anyone ever decides which product to buy?

I am financing the difference between the existing mortgage and the sale price.

One strategy is to pursue properties (in your preferred markets) that have been listed for sale for over 90 days (even longer is better).

Today its nothing one sale maybe 4 in a year in a mid west market..

Don’t forget practical items like toiletries, a cozy blanket, and a handwritten welcome note.To balance cost and quality, consider buying in bulk or looking for local products that offer great value.

It’s important to note that not all bank institutions offer this product.

Similarly, the sale ($575K) minus your adjusted basis determines your capital gain.You may qualify for the primary residence exclusion (up to $250K single/$500K married) if you lived there 2 of the last 5 years.

Here's an example: https://www.schlage.com/en/home/products/JDE265SUTFFFSTR.htm...

A "taxable brokerage" account is like your checking or savings, but it's open to nearly all of the investment products.