The double edged value in these memberships is the networking, validations,  sharing of what works, what doesn't, the 'inner circle' deals and hanging out with like minded folks and work with same group, so it's a bit exclusive. 

Even if you use the installment method to defer some of the gain, the exclusion of gain under Section 121 remains available.As for your seller financing question, zero percent seller financing is fine.

I like the exclusivity of it and feel I get better deals than those offered by real estate agents.  

If so you could qualify for the 121 exclusion and take the first $250,000 and $500,000 (If Married) of profit tax free, and put it into your next investment property.

And the time it was your primary residence (tax free up to the $500K exclusion).   

However, it adds complexity with more paperwork and potential self-employment taxes on all the income.Doing it as an individual is simpler, with everything going on your personal tax return, and you might benefit from the home sale exclusion if you end up living in the property for a few years.

We're dealing with a potential character change of the income or exclusion all-together. 

LauraWe have listed two properties as mid-term rentals in the LA area for 3-4 years now, exclusively through FurnishedFinder. 

And if it’s exclusive to realtors?

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