And while a 1031 exchange isn’t an option, some people explore alternatives like installment sales to spread out taxes or even tweaking the investment structure so your returns are treated as interest instead of equity.There are definitely some creative strategies out there. 

If you want more detailed advice, I can provide it.You BEST option is to contact a bankruptcy attorney and find out your other options.

Hope is the industry gets some relief soon and I can revisit some options to further improve asset revenue through amenities and/or roll into a better rate a lower principle.

I'm happy to discuss it further with you (I have appointments this morning, but will be back after lunch) and there are a ton of options now.

I love that you have specific goals for 2025 - I believe if we think it, write it, say it, and share it our goals are 10x more likely to come to fruition.Are you able to do option 2 and just house hack a 2-4 unit building and use a renovation loan which allows you to put down 3.5-5%I highly suggest getting to some local chicago meetup groups (we have an in person one on the 17th)...here is BPs list: https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/521-real-estate-events-...I also have a full list of the chicago meetups that I can share with you too if that'd be helpful.

If maintaining cash flow is your primary objective, you might want to explore other options.

Narrowing down the options will probably come down to comps and city/neighborhood specifics; things like permits.Any good suggestions for finding out how long permits are taking in certain areas?

Hey BP,I know this question has been asked often, but I've been struggling trying to find an investor-friendly insurance company. I am located in Maine and have 2 six unit buildings, 2 four units, and a 5 unit. What a...

Fishtown and Point Breeze are strong options but can be pricey.

Unless you have heavy overhead and 1000+ LOs this is the most cost effective option 5.