Once you have a proven concept, cashflow, and equity in properties, you will be able to find a small bank that will do a portfolio loan or commercial note for you.

California does not recognize series LLCs so each LLC would be subject to this cost.You also want to look at whether a pass-through entity helps your bottom line and your taxes.

Unlike 1031, you have 180 days from the day of the gain is recognized (you sell), to roll into an Opportunity zone project or "fund".4.

It's best to recognize that nothing stays the same, ever.

Easy Choice for me:SFH (For Flips):Much higher returns (30%+, Even after taxes much better returns)IMO, you can grow your capital the quickest using SF flips.Easy to raise short term equity from investors (Proven track record)MFH (3-20 units, Long Term Holds)Least competitive (relative to larger deals and very small deals, 5-10 units ideally) Aggregate a portfolio allowing to reach some scale.Also allows you to exit and arbitrage the cap rate differential between small MFH and larger portfolios to more professional investors. 

They have proven to be financially irresponsible.

I was surprised to see rent had increased in most areas of the United States.So, while it may be important to recognize the outliers of Detroit and Las Vegas, it is more important to not use them as the rule. 

@Gloria SheridanYou have to recognize that W-2 income is subject to Federal income tax, social security tax, medicare tax, and state income tax.Rental income is great as it is rare that it would be subject to social security tax or medicare tax.

Please recognize them as “companion animals“ integral to her emotional health.

@Brian SchmidtYou could 1031 it and that way your initial gains are deferred... or on plain English not recognized in year of sale.