I have 2 options:- finance the construction pre-selling the apt, and take my profits (expected to be around 700K pre-tax); or- finance the construction with a 6-7%/year loan (collateral = my house), keep the 10 units, and once the building is completed in 24 months, rent them for circa 180K/ year gross.

Does he understand, Deeds, Due On Sale, Insurance, tax implications, servicing, contracts and so on?

@Andrey ShostakA tax calculator would be nice.

Plus, compared to other parts of Florida, the Panhandle is still relatively affordable, making it a great option for first-time investors or those looking to diversify their portfolio.Another huge perk is Florida’s no state income tax and landlord-friendly laws, which make it easier to manage and profit from rental properties.

Would the federal tax liability be $140k at year 5 for the sale, with long term capital gains (ignoring any Net Investment Income Tax)?

Check with a great tax professional!

Franky,You would use a Foreign National or DSCR loan for buying a property in the US while in Canada. 

Getting a DSCR of 1 in some of the higher tax counties of Georgia is tight, but we've been able to get through them.

“I’m literally the nation’s leading expert in tax liens and tax deeds,” he boasts in one installment.

When you file your taxes at the end of the year the accountant is going to ask you for your receipts or what and how much you want to write off using deductions.