There are some great multifamily plays out there. 

I held on for a cash flow loss for 18 months and sold for the equity play.

It’s not fair but I’m guessing the alternative is you don’t close, which will likely cost you more money assuming you’ve already paid for an inspection, appraisal etc.Have you simply asked what happens if you don’t pay it?

Thank you, Dave The Fair Housing Act is the pertinent law.

I guess my KS mind is blown - there are very little if any appreciation plays here - much less making 6 figures.I'd have to be even more worried you're making that sort of a gain on a town home that the bottom is due to fall out of the RE market again.

In other words, try to be fair and competitive if you really like the house.Good luck!

I cannot see how he can sell his 50% interest and repurchase it in an exchange.So JS could not sell his 50% interest in the 2 lots to "A LLC" -- this stuff should be simple or maybe it is but I feel I'm making it too complicated...haAlso could I Shane H - sell my former primary residence that I've placed in service as a rental and have a tenant in to "A LLC" for fair market value?

Fairly common scam.One thing perhaps you can do as well is go when they are not there. 

I am fairly new at landlording. 

Not as concerned about the facing or doors.How things are joined also comes into play; glue breaks down and water will swell particle board much more then plywood or solid wood.