I am NOT interested in owning any more real estate (retired here man) so I had planned on just paying my 15% long term Capital Gains tax rate and moving on to my "safe money" retirement program of MYGA's / CD's and High yield Savings account / Bonds / some Stocks.

How long do you typically wait for a rental property to sit on the market before considering selling it?

I'm a long distance investor.

Matt, sorry it took so long to respond!

As long as they are not a one company town.

In other words, sufficient capital for the cash purchase of a property (plus rehab) and eventually refinancing the completed project to a long term loan.

Sounds like any non interest bearing account would do as long as its a separate account for the security deposits.  

I would focus on established markets that are still showing growth and have more than just one draw.Taking my main market of Tampa Metro as an example - There is more than just beaches, you also have MLB/NHL/NFL + Spring break and MLB Spring training, aquariums, golf, casino, new downtown development, and a lot of business travel.You want to avoid markets with just one draw, as if something happens to that draw, you will be hurting for who knows how long.

The profitability of the investment may also be increased by arranging for a balloon payment, extending the repayment time, or negotiating a reduced interest rate.Thirdly, consider the advantages of purchasing the property using seller financing in the long run.

“I agree- networking is going to be very helpful in the long run-