Before you say 'you should have the money to get into a contract' I normally wouldn't be in this situation but I've just closed on a property that was all cash 2 weeks ago and a friend calls me on a property that's truly an amazing deal that I want to get into contract (has stable tenants renewing contracts above market, I can get for under market).

It might be best to divide your cash from the sale into a down payment for a new primary residence and a down payment for a cash-flowing property in the area. 

Rent: Focus on long-term rentals to generate steady cash flow, with an eye on market conditions for any short-term rental opportunities.4.

If not, you can't buy in an LLC unless you are paying cash or using a local bank who knows you and is willing to use your account as collateral for a new LLC without two years of tax returns.

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The goal is to free up more money to reinvest.

The hardest thing in 2024 is finding cashflow though, most of the nice areas have very low COC if you can even find positive but its always better to start then never get your foot in the doorIn Minneapolis there’s opportunity for cash flow and in Fargo where we lived for 13 years there’s cash flow.

Price seems high but no data there.Certainly a better use than paying taxes if you have the cash. 

If you're a real estate investor looking to maximize your tax savings and boost cash flow, cost segregation might be your secret weapon.

Near Centerville/Kettering you can find some great A/B class properties with good tenants.In terms of cash vs financing, if one of you is a US citizen, you can still qualify for a conventional loan with your current income.