There is little we can do to off-set cap gains under J taxes. 

Hey Jeff, the area is filled with homes 500-800 sqft and obviously bigger as well.

@Peter, @Bill B.laid out the gain calculations very well. 

@Jason BabosIf you have the capital for the down payment, and reserves set aside for the unknown, and willing to put in the work, then I don't see why you can't.Are you prepared from a business perspective is the more important question.

I must have a setting wrong, as I didn't get notified by these.  

Please message below if your interested and we will get something set up.

I've been researching the Orlando area and north of WPB, so it's reassuring to see others mention Orlando as well. 

The only problem with that plan is that I'm located in Orange County and I'd imagine most properties out here are well outside my affordability. 

He has recommended people, but they have failed to respond as well.

If they are showing you multiple homes, consider their time as well, and their desire to be compensated because it is their business too.In San Antonio, I pay an annual and quarterly fee for MLS access.I wish you all the best.