But the mindset remains that the structure just loses its value over time.That's not to say I think property investing in Japan cannot work -- it's just the parameters are quite different from places like the US (like many things in Japan!).

I really don’t want to lose this buyer—what’s the best way to navigate this?

I am at my wits end with what to do on this to avoid losing everything on the deal.

I’m looking to pull equity from a property, but I have a great interest rate that I don’t want to lose.

I am a new member and have been cruising through this site to get educated.

So I approached the foreclosed upon owner this week to confirm that she had sold her right of redemption... she confirmed.But the investor has not filed the petition for redemption.And of course the court has not approved the sale.I am bummed about losing the deal.  

Consider transaction costs as well as losing the principle residence exclusion.

It's like asking whether you can lose weight if you don't exercise.

You will lose ALL tax benefits and owe all the capital gains that would have gone away. 

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