It’s more about:Have you invested in real estate for your own account and have you been successful at it?

@Hellen Sut in Michigan, once we have a money judgment, we try to garnish: wages, bank accounts and their state tax refund.

For instance, my PlayStation was stolen, and because my cleaner didn’t catch it in time, we couldn’t identify which guest to hold accountable.

The maximum leverage I have ever seen in trading accounts is 50%, and that's very limited and select.

The moment the first payout hits your bank account, all that goes away.

If you’re not using a 1031 exchange, you’ll need to account for this.Reinvestment Risk: Entering new markets and managing multiple properties may present challenges, especially if you’re unfamiliar with the areas.Alternative StrategiesBefore committing to selling, consider these options:Leverage the Equity (HELOC or Cash-Out Refinance):With a 3.1% loan, selling might not be the best first move.

There are more in Odessa but I was not sure if an appraiser would take those into account (or if I even want them to).   

@Nicole GrazianoI recommend that you have a consultation with a real estate tax accountant regarding your taxes.Bigger Pockets is a great place to find a real estate tax accountant. 

Am I underwriting conservatively, accounting for higher interest rates, inflation, and potential market softening?

@Steven HsuBigger Pockets is a great place to find a real estate tax accountant.A good real estate accountant can save you thousands of dollars by leveraging entity selection and formation, tax deductions, cost segregations, bonus depreciation and tax planning.I recommend finding an accountant who specializes in real estate taxation, business taxation, financial planning and tax planning.You may want to consider working with your accountant remotely to expand your options.I would also recommend looking for a accountant willing to work with you throughout the year.