I recognize this is a function of the current interest rate environment but suspect certain areas are more conducive to this than others. 

Recognizing the untapped potential beneath the surface, I set out to forge relationships with both the sellers and the dynamic managerial duo.The key to this success story was my ability to be a problem solver.

Transition areas are also good to recognize.

@Ryan BirdIf you write a check to yourself instead, won’t you have to recognize in your income tax the interest that the LLC paid to you, and then deduct the interest on as investment expense?

You are also allowed to fully deduct the cost of meals in situation where the employer has employees and needs to have them continue on a job and so for the convenience of the employer provides a meal that allows the employees to remain on the job.The IRS recognizes that there has been a lot of abuse when deducting meals and many years ago limited most meal deductions to 50% of the cost of meals and entertainment.Hopefully this helps.

It appears you recognize this.

You need a number as a guidepost as to what a good investment is, so you will recognize it when you see it

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You can do a 1031 but you may recognize some gain from the sale.Also factor in if you have any 'suspended passive losses' to help offset some of that gain.Best of luck.

I like the area personally and also recognize it as a great place for an investment.