Codes have also changed over the years, but I would think the basic principle would be the same.

The objective would be to do sell 2 (possibly 3) investment properties and acquire duplex via 1031.The purpose of converting to personal residence would be as part of an investment property exit strategy; capital gains. 

The "inflation induced debt destruction" principle is what our government is going to need to pay back all that money they are spending.

@Daniel Burrows The idea to use a HELOC for a cash purchase makes sense to avoid payments in principle.

Alternatively, partner with them.Set a goal to complete an objective on a timeline.90 daysTake ActionRinse and repeat.

@Christen G.I manage by objective, not micro management.

Responses to questions or objections need to be quick and confident.

You won't have an objective, experienced negotiator working on your behalf.There are plenty of reasons why you should use an agent, but the most important is that you will typically sell for a higher price, fewer problems, less stress, and more money in your pocket.

I am not sure if this is a good use of funds or not and will it add to my main objective which is to increase rent value?

Any objections to this way of thinking?