I wanted to use my introductory post on Bigger Pockets to prompt feedback and advice on my current foundational plan from industry professionals that can guide me on my journey to success. - How can I maximize my strategy for investment longevity?

I'm aware of 1031 when we want to trade up.I should maybe read about energy efficient improvements if that's a way to save taxes.

I have read through the replies with extreme interest.The goal is to not run out of income before you run out of life.

I highly recommend reading more about why S Corps are not the right structure for LLCs with rentals.

I read up on some pros and cons but get very overwhelmed with it and would like some real world experience.

As a result they’re forever attending seminars, workshops, classes provided by various real estate organizations; they’ve read every book ever written about real estate twice; they believe that they could be worth $1 billion now if only they had chosen real estate as their college major instead of medieval literature; but soon as they study for their real estate license in all 50 states they’ll be ready to begin.The Guru Junkie – I met this person while I was the designated provider of financing for a guru – back about 30 years ago.

I’m sure I’ll pick a lot of this up as I read and research but I appreciate any help I can get along the way since I am brand new to the process. 

I’ve been reading up on it as I have a water bill issue from before I bought the house.

Also, you can always cashout refi them AFTER retirement and get that money tax-free (until you sell or transfer via inheritance).Recommend you read The Millionaire Real Estate Investor, which shares the plans of several different investors.

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