The sale of the property has been delayed and harder to sell than we expected. 

We have minimal resources as far as money goes, but we have a relatively long list of upgrades (window treatments, hardware, light fixtures, paint, etc).

The housing authority can be very strict, and even minor issues can delay the process.

Highlight efforts to minimize displacement, such as offering lease renewals or supporting affordable housing initiatives, and share data to clarify financial realities.

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Of course I want to minimize as much of the inconveniences possible with such a situation but some is inevitable. 

Hi @Nathan Frost,Given the missing items and delayed inspection, you’re in a strong position to negotiate further.

The city nor our architect understood the structure of the affordable housing regime that allowed this delay.2) our architect was incompetent in moving the project forward.

Staying in front of things will give you & your tenants more peace of mind & minimize problems on back end.  

However:Capital gains taxes can be minimized through deductions like rehab expenses, holding costs, and agent fees.Alternatively, if you decide to keep the Mooresville house and rent it out, you could potentially defer capital gains taxes through a 1031 exchange, but this only applies to investment properties (not primary residences).