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There are opportunities everywhere, you just have to train your eyes to spot them, your brain and mouth to create them, and your arms and legs to execute them.Yes, your market is expensive, and for good reason ... there is high demand and perpetually limited supply of housing.

That makes a big difference to the deal and it puts you in a much better spot if it is the case.You can do a quick records search to see if there is an IRS/State/Local lien on the property to confirm (I wouldn't trust his say so on it at this point).If it's just an expected tax bill for a sale, he doesn't need you to do a 1031.  

After the tenants moved out, we noticed pretty extensive mold on both sides of the sliding glass door--wall and baseboard as well as the blinds and spots on the glass and frame.

This parking lot also has about 6 guests parking spots as well...Now the dilemma--this whole parking area is covered in potholes and needs to be paved badly.

On the flip side, does a phone call put him too much on the spot? 

This lady has her parents living with her but they want to find a spot that is similar to where they used to live.  

If you have a short term rental portfolio you should easily be able to persuade a landlord into letting you Airbnb their spot.

The expense headings are in line with the tax form line items and I have a spot for comments if necessary. 

Can anyone spot any beginner mistakes that I'm making here?