Quote from @Thomas McPherson: That’s a good point about the bond market and mortgage rates.

Quote from @Bruce Schussler: A lot of Podcasts and Youtuber's say to cash-out refinance to keep rents balanced with payment; (PITI) then use those funds strategically to re-invest either in more real estate or just put into a high interest bearing account or money market account...Here's some of my thoughts and comparisons;Cash-out refinance with new loan so rents balance with payment:- The cash-out refinance is 100% tax free- The funds can be put into a money-market account off-setting a portion of the interest charge of loan- The loan balance gets eventually destroyed by inflation- The liquid cash eventually gets destroyed by inflation - The interest on the new loan can be deducted from the rent income- The refinance costs are 3-4% of the total- There is less equity in the property and LLC that can be attached in case of a lawsuit- The break-even on cash-out refinance with current interest costs on the new loan is around 12 years Vs.Paid-off property with positive cash flow:- The positive rent income is 100% taxable minus only depreciation and property tax- There is more equity in the property and LLC that can be attached with a lawsuit- The break even is not until after 12 years at today's interest rates- There is a rate risk in today's inflationary environment where interest rates on bonds keep rising*It appears to me that the cash-out refi is in the best interest for a property investor; (Dave Ramsey would strongly disagree!)

You clearly missed your calling, you were meant to be James Bond.

That’s gambling, not investing. for those not familiar with what Mello Roos is.. its a Bond that was floated to pay for the infrastructure cost of the subdivision and is added to your tax bill by the county..

To my basic understanding RIETS are like bonds that you invest in then slowly pay you back based on your initial investment? 

I will have title bond over the lien if its filed (which 90% of liens are filed incorrectly anyways). 

The cap rate around 8.5% (when the local average is 7-9%), I think this price point potentially strengthens the property’s cash flow appeal.All units are rented on 12-month leases, and the seller reported annual expenses around $22,075.

I think (not sure) its relevant to my bond rating.

Not only that he gets stepped up basis and sell with no tax  double check that with accountant but I think that is correct.. then take the cash put it in 5% gov bonds for now then get up to speed and see what you really want to do. 

You can't sell a portion of a property like you can sell portions of stocks, bonds, mutual funds, etc.