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I agree they had communication issues during a transition period that we dealt with, but things have improved from last year. 

Additionally, considering the time value of money is crucial, as deferred gains and tax efficiencies may improve long-term returns despite upfront losses being largely on paper.

After some minor maintenance projects and improvements, have had very few issues and cashflow has been slightly better than expected.

Meanwhile the  neighbors quality of life will improve once the new wall is constructed 2025 Q1 and the denser use is consistent with the Philadelphia planning commission's 2035 plan.

Also, you are not buying at a premium and can allow the property to appreciate if that said area is historically improving. 

These plans call for six blocks, with buildings totaling 2.5 million mixed-use square feet, and a renovated 14.2 acres of open space with brand-new amenities and improved access.

Investing in curb appeal, such as landscaping improvements, can make a significant difference.

Because significantly less than 100% of your investment actually goes into purchasing or improving the property, and the property is purchased at retail value (or worse), your returns will badly lag any benchmark of direct property investment.  2.

You can refinance sooner than that but you'll need to paper trail all of the improvement costs that lead to the increase in value.