That said, check with a CPA if you can use expenses from the remodel to offset some of the gains.

In reality it was quite a number of other people doing it together and the person making the post only owns a small percentage and they’re really making the post in order to gain limited partners. 

Most come out ahead over an extended period of time by buying better quality assets where they perhaps have to leave some capital in the property but find themselves able to sell for real gains or refinance out appreciated equity and scale more effectively that way. 

I agree with @Connor Hibbs's comment on terms for first time flippers and if this is something you want to start doing more frequently I'd look for lenders that offer some type of rewards program to gain better terms through doing repeat business.

With nearly 250 homes branded under Hestia, I think I'm finally getting a little bit of traction with the big guys but there is still alot to be done. 

I hope your middle finger behaved as you left the building for the very last time ;-)On a serious note, with the experience you gained on your journey, can you tell us your Top 3 do's and don't as one tries to accumulate RE.  

A lot of deals fall through in due diligence and if I have to liquidate early I could lose out on significant gains.

That means either you won't cash flow or your Return on Equity (ROE) will be terrible.Since this is your primary residence you'll be exempted from paying capital gains taxes when you sell.If you sell to your parents, it will be considered a non-arms length transaction and will get closer scrutiny.

There was very little immigration before 2016 for a decade and workforce decreased, and since then, there is a net gain of around 1.5 million.

They analyze components such as cash flow, principal paydown, appreciation (both home and renovation), initial equity, depreciation, and interest deductions for tax savings, giving you a clear picture of individual gains and ROI over 30 years.