Readers should seek professional advice.

Readers should seek professional advice.

.: I think you meant to type was… Thanks @Jeff S.for your free professional advice.

Are they being professionally managed or DIY managed?

Did you work with any real estate professionals (agents, lenders, etc.) that you'd recommend to others?

Any tips on finding reliable professionals in my area?

@Steven Hamilton II I just want to say how impressed I am with your knowledge and professionalism.

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They are mocking these up with interest only loans and factoring back in the tax deduction as if you qualified for the tax benefits of a real estate professional and factoring in the diminished first year property tax (since its not a full year).

Did you work with any real estate professionals (agents, lenders, etc.) that you'd recommend to others?