The cost is very high interest and origination fees.

Like fees.

etc.Here are some other bullet points if you need more info:- The PA properties are owned free and clear, in my name- The PA SFH is likely to be a long term rental (renovations currently) and will net around $1,500-$1,700/month if I don't borrow against it- The NC properties have mortgages, and are held in my name- I have a lawyer negotiating the solar deal, and have not signed anything yet, but is nearly a done deal- Unsure if solar proceeds have to go directly to me, or can go to a business I own- I'm unmarried and investing by myself/no partners- W2 is between $70-$85k/year- I don't yet have an accountant, but am going to be hiring one and discussing strategy with themThanks so much for your opinions!

They settled because they were going to lose, so why keep paying expensive legal fees?

Love all the feedback and discussion. 

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At least 3-6 months of reserves.Expect to lose probably 2 months of rents when you close, 1 month vacancy, 1 month leasing fee, and to spend 1-2k to make the unit rent ready. 

The HOA fees go up and you have no control.

Not to mention agent fees, staging, and short-term gains tax from the sale.

Brian Davis can we discuss which groups you are involved in?