In addition, when you have leverage you have the other benefits which @Ali Boone mention.

Additionally you can do a cost segregation study and get a lot of depreciation benefits to offset the rental income (and potentially other income).  

Additionally, we have equity of approximately $145,000.Now, we are faced with a dilemma: should we sell our current property and purchase in a more favorable neighborhood, or should we rent the house and let it pay for itself.We would greatly appreciate any advice you may have.

If they get married it will help her earn SS benefits, etc etc. 

It just adds complexities and costs without any benefits. 

In addition, the debt of each state is crippling.

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Sounds interesting.Hi Leah, as you might imagine, most of the benefits focus on individuals and properties directly impacted by the disaster.

I know in residential lending you can get a HELOC to borrow a down payment to buy another property. Does this exist in the commercial realm? Current value of paid off property is roughly 350k , looking to borrow 75k-1...

Additional DetailsI’m willing to invest in out-of-state properties, though I prefer areas with good property management options.My primary focus is passive income, but I’m also interested in value-add opportunities.I want to ensure these investments provide strong tax benefits and diversify my portfolio.I’d love to hear from experienced investors:What would you do in my position?