Then on top of that his wife was having some health issues and it just seemed providential that I came along at just that moment.We both came to the same price and then they decided they didn't really even want as much money down as I was offering- they didn't want the tax hit.  

A reduced exclusion is available to anyone who does not meet these requirements because of a change in place of employment, health or certain unforeseen circumstances.General CPAs usually fully understand the Section 121 exclusion since it isn't really a real estate investor specific rule as it generally applies to everyone.

But his mental health is at issue.

@Joshua Tikal One more thing, the STL LRA list is a great resource to see the health of a section of the city.  

Are there any particular oil based options available, my preference is thermal heating as I find it optimal from a health and cost perspective.

Health and Success to you! 

It's like the worst ever game of Dungeons & Dragons...someone is always 1 level higher.... the main issue and the reality that most dont get is when you get older health insurance for self employed will be a good portion of that 2k.. my health insurance and i have a company plan so its a little cheaper IE i have some employees on the plan.. but just my wife and I pay a little over 1500 a month JUST for health insurance.. not sure when medicad and medicare or what have you kick in.. but you need gap insurance for those.. 

Investigate and take into account the "health" of the home owners association and hire inspector for the whole building, not just condo.

Investigate and take into account the "health" of the home owners association and hire inspector for the whole building, not just condo.

Tenant is not paying rent and is not in good health.