A lot of moving pieces to sometimes evaluate by looking back.  

Philadelphia has implemented various forms legislation over the years between abatements, land banks and density bonuses geared towards promoting development in areas that suffered from disinvestment and housing affordability challenges with some legislation having been more effective than others. 

I think a big missing piece from the puzzle is where are you at personally with your income. 

In general, Cohan is overhyped by gurus who mis-promote it as a loophole for people who do not bother to keep records and receipts.

Percents and "doubles" are useful pieces of information, but what is the net amount we're talking about?

I recently came across an off-market piece of property in Delta Utah.

I can also say buying new with a warranty can provide piece of mind. 

Hey Pat,Thank you so much for your detailed reply, the tips and  pieces of advice you gave really resonated. 

I would set up a family trust, if you have a ton of equity maybe you refi the properties into an LLC but if you are locked in with lower rates then I wouldn't touch the ownership piece yet. 

Not surprised about what you're experiencing ,this guy is a piece of work SMH.