Your refi will cost you 2 1/2 years of those improved gains to recoup the cost of the refi.  

In addition, QLS already took action following the AGO’s initial court action to ensure homeowners can now gain access to its office in Seattle.

Need to pay the capital gains tax. 2) Trying to look up the historical value of the home as the deed was transferred when wife passed back in 2010.

By consistently showing that success is achievable, taking decisive action, gaining knowledge, and documenting the journey, I empower aspiring individuals to believe in their own capabilities.

BUT the benefit of a house hack is to save money on living expenses.

The original consensus estimates were for a gain of 157K but that was revised upward to 180K.

I agree with a lot of the advice above, but it is important to develop a professional relationship that lasts so the mutual benefits can continue.

Is there any Tax benefits?

It's in a great location and sat on the market for a year, and has the benefit of an extra lot and the transitional zoning, which is hard to find.

I can consider being a little more aggressive with a 401K as I have a defined benefit vested pension as well.Personally I wouldn't do it for a flip, but would consider it for a dividend producing (i.e rental income) property I would hold.I also wouldn't cash the whole thing out.