The chickens have not come home to roost for debt, and the Fed will not pivot prior to the election due to appearance of market interference and fear of having to pull back post-election.

But I think right now is the time to be ‘greedy while others are fearful’ I am still finding deals, it may be harder but it is definitely possible, does anyone else feel the same? 

That does not mean people should fear offering any amenities with their STVR.

Affordable homes under $100k are prevalent in the Cleveland area.

Somehow, seeing it that way has ease my fear/anxiety. 

My wife's fear was that something would go wrong and I would lose everything. 

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I fear that you and your friend have big ideas and won't listen to what anyone tells you.

The fear for a long time was that the short hold time by the individuals would cause an "intent to hold" issue with the 1031 exchange. 

Does it have something to do with location, fear of failure, or something else?