That said, I don't really need to root against the markets, the market naturally corrects itself time and time again for a variety of reasons - natural and unnatural.I certainly think there are some companies trading at valuations far and above a realistic price point, but I wouldn't necessarily say I'm rooting against them.  

A growing economy will naturally increase revenue coming in.

These two beautiful girls are dependent on me, and I strive to be the best for them.

It is a Tudor so it is beautiful and unique.  

Anyway, this buyer LOVED it, wants to buy it at full price, but due to the unfinished nature of the home, got it in her head that she could customize EVERYTHING.

I have a basic understanding of the expenses I will incur however I am not sure if I will need any licensing or permitting or anything of that legal nature.

The beauty of RE vs MFs or annuities is you don't have to sell the golden geese to get the eggs.

I contacted the lender, and they said "Per Investor guidelines, we must use the appraised value or sales price of the home from closing (whichever is lower)" - so naturally the sales price of the home was much lower because it needed work and is at only 87% LTV based on that original number 5 years ago.

Try Millionaire Fastlane, it's a great book, different from all the rest, It should be enough to fire you up,........ that, & looking at your four beautiful children.

On a high level, here are the basics: it's a section in the tax codeallows you to avoid paying capital gains taxes on specific investmentsMove profits from one property into anotherLike kind properties same in nature or character45 days to id new properties to close on180 days to close on an identified propertyAvoid taking possession of the moneyTalk to your lender (and your CPA) about this as they can advise you on the rules for a 1031 exchange.