Especially with the favorable tax incentives offered to buy and hold real estate vs the ordinary income tax you'll pay on private lending.A 1031 exchange would allow you to indefinitely defer all of the capital gains tax you would have to pay, and instead use it to purchase better performing property/properties.

Nashville Yards is set to open in the Spring and the new Pinnacle tower is gaining office tenants like crazy - much to my surprise. 

I have seen instances where a 1031 exchange was not required such as1) The overall gain from the sale of the investment property was very small or even negative2) The taxpayer had enough passive loss carryforwards to offset the gain.A 1031 exchange is a very powerful tool put it has to make sense before going forward.

Then comes Chip and Joanna Gaines and their hit show "Fixer Upper".

2️⃣ Property Tax Deduction: Claim up to $10K for state & local taxes.3️⃣ Capital Gains Exclusion: Sell your home?

Although they can't leverage the losses to offset non-passive income, like someone with REPs, there's still the opportunity to use the Suspended Passive Activity Losses to offset cap gains on sale or offset other passive income.

I don't know much more specifically so ask your CPA about gift taxes (I think she could give you $17k of gift money a year without taxes) or capital gains taxes if/when you want to sell. 

@Collin SchwartzWhat are your tips to making large equity gains?

Networking with other investors and attending local meetups can help you gain advice and opportunities.

It’s a neighborhood that’s gaining momentum as more investors discover it.Key ROI Factors:Low entry prices compared to other urban neighborhoods.High appreciation rates as demand spills over from nearby areas like Berry Hill and Wedgewood-Houston.Pro Tip: Look for 1950s ranch-style homes with potential for open-concept layouts.4.