My net number is rental income minus expenses(3 mortgages, paying power bill at all three houses, property tax, insurance, internet in two properties).

The challenge for me is that I am self employed so its hard to get the banks to take a risk on me due to how I have done my taxes the last few years.

Remember, they can always refer themselves😊Use one of the ideas below to trigger who they know that they could connect you with:Just inherited a homeHad a loved one pass awayIs behind on their mortgage or tax paymentsHas a relative that can’t take care of their house anymoreHas a house they’re having trouble sellingIs facing bankruptcyKnows a probate attorneyKnows a bankruptcy attorneyetcPutting this in OVERDRIVECreate a spreadsheet (Excel or Google Sheet) listing everyone you can think of that would recognize your name or face.

Zachary,Your concerns about Cleveland are valid—high property taxes and stagnant population growth are definitely challenges to consider.

Utilized a low down payment loan, maxed seller credit, tax proration and closed on the 1st of the month to maximize my cash and acquire this property What was the outcome?

They just want to know who to send the tax bill to.

Can you either rent out your current property if there’s been little/no appreciation, or sell it tax free?

These are leased to businesses (like chain stores) that cover taxes, insurance, and maintenance, making them much more hands-off than residential rentals.Real Estate Syndications / REITs – You can invest passively in commercial real estate (apartment complexes, self-storage, industrial, etc.) through syndications or real estate investment trusts (REITs) without being a landlord.Hard Money Lending / Private Lending – With $500K in equity, you could act as a private lender, funding real estate investors who flip homes or develop properties.

There are tax benefits to running everything through an LLC, but again, seek advice from a tax professional.

Are there any Depreciation recapture or capital gain Tax dispositions that need to be resolved with the exiting member?