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Time is your most scarce resource.I absolutely agree with this.

I do understand that the answer likely varies depending on location - this is in a very nice suburb of Philadelphia. 

Again, we have done this successfully in the past. 

Hope this helps. 

This is when it's ready and available for rent.

Then talk to a qualified, professional QI like @Dave Foster.

Instead of keeping them, I'd look to sell them and buy something more suitable as a long term rental.If you want to know why I have such a strong opinion on this, just google the following: - HOA Special Assessment - Florida Condos 2024 - search for news on the new laws - Zombie Condos

This way, you build income-generating assets first while keeping future options open.

This worries me a little.