The price-to-rent ratios are generally unfavorable, and a shortage of skilled tradespeople and reliable property management can hinder the success of buy-and-hold rental investments.

On the REIT side - When these investments go underwater, often the sponsor company will freeze or drastically reduce redemptions.

If the same client merely invested with a gains plan, or 25% return, they’d end three years with only $43,500, which is $130,500 less than flipping!

You should invest where you feel you have a competitive advantage.

Please consult with an attorney that is familiar with 1031 exchanges.If you move into the farm after two years and later sell it, capital gains will be prorated based on investment vs. primary residence use, limiting your Section 121 exclusion ($250K single / $500K married).

Welcome to BP Bi and good luck investing!

Hello, I am located in West Lafayette not indy. But I was looking to connect to other investors into the area to help me learn and get a hang of everything. 

Investing in mobile home parks?

We are a military family currently stationed in Boston where we currently invest.

When that happens, it becomes a race to the bottom.I'm not saying don't invest there, but be extra cautious and maybe look for something that makes it unique.