How did you handle tax prep when you first started investing, especially with a plan to scale over time?

I poured my life saving into it and make it a duplex.

I have been trying to save up money but it is not near a down payment for a traditional loan.

If I do 1031 exchange can I  save on  taxes ?

This is what I do with my properties and I save a ton.

With patience and a solid plan, you’ll be on your way to building a successful portfolio.Good luck!

With your background, I have no doubt you're starting on the right foot.How many properties are you planning to start with?

It should have been communicated that we had a plan to assist you and would waive the new resident lease fee. 

I know BiggerPockets has some solid templates for market analysis, but I’m looking for more specific insights into what data and tools experienced investors use to determine if a market is worth pursuing.A little about my strategy:I’m looking for a good balance of appreciation and cash flow (not just one or the other).I currently have a full-time W2 job but plan to transition into full-time investing within the next 5 years.Open to out-of-state investing, but struggling with how to track and analyze different markets effectively.What key statistics do you look at when evaluating a market?

Bonus: have you thought about your 10 year goals/plan?