Lent out money to a very close friend of mine and someone I trusted implicitly.

Looking to sell it without realtors as we’d lose a lot of money, any recommendations on places to sell it or Facebook groups?

These detailed records, (many copies of which had to be scanned & emailed to them), saved us from any 'taxable consequences'. 

Also, everyone is anticipating much lower rates over the next 12-18months, so if you purchase today you will most likely refinance to a lower rate in the coming few years.With Real Estate it's important to remember not only that it is a long term investment, but that there are many ways to make money on the asset. 

The prices are about the same but you can get more for your money staying off the beach. 

First, you are paying interest on the existing mortgage, then you will cash out the equity and start paying interest on that money.

Set For Life by Scott Trench or The Total Money Makeover by Dave Ramsey, for invaluable financial insights. 

I see others in my industry that borrower construction money from the wrong lenders because they thought they were getting the best rates etc and first little hiccup and those lenders put the screws to the borrower.. 

These loans can give you money for the purchase, or credit for the purchase when you already own the property. 

Work on paying off a home or maybe save for another home in the future?