Compare that to the performance of a new property (with that equity unlocked but also with a different interest rate as @Katie Ripp said).

I use the software for my portfolio that consists of MTRs, STRs, and I have a property I rent MTR but by the room.

We’re working in a smaller market like Cornelia, GA, where comparable sales data can be limited, and want to make sure we present a strong case to lenders.

For my screening criteria - income from all financially responsible applicants is combined and compared to rent.

P&L, Bank Statement, DSCR etcVery common for investors to make the switch when they need to or when the cons are no longer greater than the pros compared to conventional loans.  

@Ryan Cousins it's really going to depend on YOUR analysis/projections of what you think the property will be worth in the future.You'll want to compare that to any capital gains tax-savings if you sell now.

I think real estate due to the amount of money you can make and how quickly you can make it attracts people who may not understand the idea of sustainability and being consistent in what you do. 

Then, gather evidence like recent sales of comparable properties to support your case.

The first consists of the general exemption, which means the sponsor just complies with the definition as defined by the SEC.  

There is usually not much that compares with what we offer, so we only compete apples to oranges, so incentives are not a good tool for us.The types of tenants we want (multi year) also respond better to an adjustment in rent than an incentive.