A 1031 exchange doesn’t apply, but funding through a self-directed IRA can defer taxes, though profits from debt financing may trigger UBIT.To reduce taxes, consider forming an LLC for better expense deductions, offsetting gains with investment losses, or holding the property for 12+ months to qualify for lower long-term capital gains rates.This post does not create a CPA-Client relationship.

I've written similar posts a handful of times, and there are other threads in these forums that discuss investing in Japan.  

Originally posted by George Paiva: How do you know she does not have the heat on?

Imagine getting 20-40% off many things others have to buy with post tax $’s.Don’t forget that “stepped up basis” if you have any heirs.

If you got a report that someone was smoking cigarettes or cigars outside only, per the rules, would you post the same question?

Selling multiple properties in a 1031 exchange to consolidate funds for one investment property is allowed, but the property must initially be used solely for investment.This post does not create a CPA-Client relationship.

It happens, which is why I'm posting this story so others can learn from my experience.  

Hi Michael,Thanks for responding to my post.

But it is very much applicable to single family rental and residential units simply by getting bridge financing and a post transfer cash out refi.

Every day I mark how many calls to leads I made, how many people I contacted (and was it email, call, text) from my database/past clients....how many social media posts I answered or made, etc.I don't know if that's automating, but every week I can quickly see how much of each money generating thing I did.Do you use Google Calendar?