Your meetup and insights really helped us pull the trigger!

A price reduction would defer their tax liability where paying buyer closing costs would most likely classify as "Non Exchange Expense" and therefore potentially trigger some liability. 

So I'm looking to pull the trigger soon.

I would focus on getting your personal finances in order and build a strong foundation, while you learn more about real estate, before you pull the trigger on a property. 

If you can live with the worst case numbers, pull the trigger. 

I have a couple of questions that may trigger other considerations.1.

If you are analyzing a deal and are happy with the numbers then you should pull the trigger.

I believe the transfer could trigger a due on sale clause, and even if it doesn’t, it’s much harder to get favorable loans under an LLC than under your personal name.  

However, the arrangement triggers some special risks for buyers and sellers, and it's wise to engage professional help to mitigate those and allow the process to run smoothly.Read this article for detailed information https://www.investopedia.com/a...All the best!

@Sariel Fu, before you decide to pull the trigger on any out-of-state investment please read David Greene's book on Long-Distance Real Estate Investing.