I've been absorbing and researching here on the BP forums and podcasts for a while, and the more I learn, the more excited I am to begin my adventure in real estate investing!

The more suburban expansion in the westward prairies, the less ground-water holding land will be available to absorb water. 

So if each of your smaller buildings were $400K then in order to use both and fully defer all tax you'll need to purchase a building for at least $800K to absorb both of the sales.The 1031 process is a little detailed but that is what your QI is there for. 

However, it really depends on what is in your warchest and how much turnover expenses you can absorb in the short-term.

Right now with all the info I’ve been absorbing I’m becoming fearful of getting bit by the “Paralysis by Analysis” zombie.

For example, I just found #10 envelopes for 1.3 cents online.For the record, though, not paying yourself doesn't make the assembly and handling expense go away: It just means you're prepared to absorb that cost for now.

Hey CodyThe buyer normally absorbs all the costs.The wholesalers pays for prorated taxes and sometimes attorney fees, depending on how the deal is negotiated.

I have been absorbing so much through BP podcast and forums, I hope to be a contributor to the community one day as a experienced investor.

I have been lurking here for a few months, and now that I had some time to absorb some of the wealth of knowledge, I would like to introduce myself!

Slightly, but not enough to absorb the tax increase.