It's about avoiding speculation and focusing on fundamentals.Why I think is it so powerful?

With the way my portfolio and pipeline is arranged I can understand why the construction management or brokerage verticals are most enticing but it still feels too transactional which is what I want to avoid.

Then you'd be in the interest only payments with a balloon, which you are trying to avoid. 

You’re in a win win situation no matter what however I guess you would also want to take in account any major cap x repairs that might be coming up soon in the future you might want to avoid paying. 

This approach simplifies the sale and avoids unnecessary legal or tax complications.If she want to share the proceeds and tax obligation in a technical way, she need to file a partnership return for this property.This post does not create a CPA-Client relationship.

What you'll find is that the highest volume agents in any market avoid investors.

If you can avoid asbestos, lead, and old mechanicals you can get a great property. 

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Do you need to refinance quickly to avoid a balloon payment or other financial pressure?

Understand the local permitting requirements, keep eyes on your property to avoid squatters, and make sure you have a great vacant insurance policy while you're renovating.