For some people, taxes are by far their largest expense (near 50% marginal rate, and that's just income tax...excludes all the other taxes). 

@Greg JungeGenerally you'll be able to exclude up to $500k of capital gain on sale of a primary if you file MFJ and both you and your spouse meet the use requirement (2 out of the past 5 years).I'm not a financial advisor, but I don't necessarily know that I would personally pay down the mortgage on a primary that I plan on moving out of in about a year's time unless there is some compelling factor.There's an opportunity cost to paying off a mortgage... 

There will be a cap gain as the gain can be excluded under Section 121.

This historical division of roles might lead to CPAs being excluded from initial discussions.Perceived Scope: GPs and attorneys may perceive the initial structuring phase as primarily legal in nature, focusing on regulatory compliance, fund agreements, and investment structures.

Since you and your wife lived in the condo until September 2021, you can sell it and potentially exclude up to $500,000 in capital gains (as a couple) if sold before September 2024.

Also, I have a 10 year visa for Thailand which excludes me from paying any taxes on income or wealth here in Thailand. 

With syndications, you usually have to be an accredited investor: minimum $200,000 income ($300,000 for married couple) or $1 million net worth (excluding primary residence).

Well, I'd contend you could change the word "house" in DR quoted "List your debts, excluding the house, in order" to "houses" and still follow the fundamentals that DR preaches.

Do remember that any business property is excluded above $2500 on the unendorsed HO policy.  

You will find low season starts once schools are back in session (mid-August) and runs to Christmas (excluding Thanksgiving).