But I haven’t identified the properties yet, which lenders usually want to see through a formal application. 

It involves the fact that the taxing authority and the law firm that they have contracted with to handle the tax suits just do not identify all of the owners who are entitled to be notified that the property is being foreclosed on.Tax sales are usually a mess.The tax deed itself even says that it does not even claim that the property exists, as well as not guaranteeing that you are receiving title.The only way you can be safe is to have a title company do a title search for you.I hope this helps.Good Luck.Michael Lantrip.

We identified it as a promising deal that could be transformed with the right renovations, allowing for a substantial return on investment with strategic improvements.

On my schedule is to start identifying and researching the top RE pros (Agents, Brokers, Investors, Property Managers) here at home and in the markets within a driving distance (Huntington WV, Lexington KY, Columbus OH, and Charleston WV) and start weekend visits just to drive around.

Partner Driven specializes in identifying properties that can yield fast profits with limited upfront investment, making this an ideal opportunity.

These areas may offer better long-term appreciation potential.Specific Neighborhoods:Research Local Demand: Talk to current students, university housing offices, and local real estate agents to identify neighborhoods with high demand for student housing.Check University Plans: Universities sometimes have expansion plans that can affect housing demand.

One way to navigate this is by identifying multiple potential replacement properties early, giving you more flexibility.

Also, if you understand the investment side, you're able to look down the road a ways, identify potential issues, and then work with the investor to address the issues now before it's too late. 

There are specific rules for 1031 exchanges including:The replacement property must be identified within 45 days of transferring the relinquished property.The replacement property must be received within 180 days after the transfer of the relinquished property or the due date of the taxpayer's tax return, whichever is earlier.Special rules apply for exchanges between related parties (defined in § 267(b) or 707(b)(1)).Real property located in the United States and real property located outside the United States are not considered property of like kind.Cost Segregation StudiesA Cost Segregation study is an IRS approved federal income tax tool that increases near term cash flow by utilizing shorter recovery periods for depreciation to accelerate return on investment.

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