So it looks like you would need around 4-5 years to get to break even by selling those stocks and paying the tax now. 

I specialize in small multifamily properties and house hacking working alongside BiggerPockets podcast guest Andrew Freed to help investors find high-performing deals in Central MA.My Background:  - Started in late 2019 I utilized an FHA loan to get my first 3 family property in Fitchburg, spent about a year fixing it up and soon after I refinanced. 

@Bryce MillerWelcome to BP!

While the debt would whip out most of the profit for 'x' amt of time, it would seem to be logical to take on the risk at a net zero income for x amt of years if after that point, the cashflow is all positive.

It just looks intelligent to some people.

And welcome to BP.I think you are on the right path. 

We would need to know your current operating expenses (and rent) to be able to provide any suggestions.

Welcome to BP.

We are looking to eventually relocate to the States"--that's great, a lot of people want to invest remotely in a totally random market and never go to it.  

I think it is best for me in my situation to use an all cash offer, and I don't rent back to distressed sellers.