When you sell a rental property, the portion of the sale that is taxed as capital gain can be reduced by capital losses from stock transactions.

In Texas, if transactions are reasonably distinguished among child cells, one does not need separate bank accounts per a few attorneys' advice.

Quote from @Jorge Vazquez: For what it’s worth, after 20 years and 3,500 transactions, I’ve never done one myself.

.: @Travis Boyd you’ll lose more in interest rate increases, potential property taxes increases, realtor commission and other transaction costs than you’ll pay on any future cap gain taxes.

For example, an agent would collect a reduced commission, flat transaction fee, or no commission if the buyer sources an off-market deal directly.In your case, if you'd like to compensate your agent, you can include it in the loan.

While there are some deals 50 units or larger that transact without a broker involved, they're definitely few and far between.

Relationship-Based LendingBanks: Normal transactions are always cold-blooded and policy-oriented.Private Money Lenders: Most often work with borrowers to create solutions and value relationships over strict rules.The Bottom LineThe power of private money lending, I think, is a pretty effective alternative for borrowers who need speed, flexibility, and customized solutions—especially in industries like real estate investing.

But then on the other hand you are treating your family as a transaction and have rental income.

@Bryan PriceI am guessing you did not use a title company.Everything you did in this transaction was wrong (sorry to be the brutally honest one)When you lend you1.

I have taken my real estate agent course work and plan to take the exam and sign on with a low cost broker to handle my own transactions.