However, financial freedom isn’t a one-time event; it’s about sustaining your desired lifestyle for the rest of your life.Once you clarify your goals, the next decision is where to invest.Investment Market/CityThe most important investment decision you will make is where to invest.

Something I caught within 10 minutes of looking at the financial.

The factors to consider are your overall objectives, your credit score, DTI and personal financial condition I recommend you find a broker or originator whom you can trust and have them weigh your options.

Thank you for the financial breakdown!

@Tyler Speelman, A 1031 exchange solves the tax issue. 

If it’s doable financially I’d recommend the duplex.

While licensed contractors pay payroll taxes, workers comp and a litany of other financial burdens.perspective is everything. 

Their rates are good but boy, they looked at my financials and ask some funny questions such as asking for proof that I could withdraw funds from my SEP IRA account, and that I need to provide documentation to verify that  this employer sponsored retirement account allows for funds to be withdrawn, or if withdrawals could only be made in connection with the borrowers employment termination, retirement or death etc. everyday they sent me something new to answer.

Assuming the financials make sense to do this of course.  

It takes the pressure off as deadlines approach and gives you room to solve unexpected issues.