I've looked into turn key property companies but just haven't pulled the trigger.

We learned what our average monthly expenses will be and then just determine if your average rate and expected occupancy exceeds that.Don’t let this forum thread get you back into analysis paralysis, just get one picked out and pull the trigger!

Yes I think we will disagree (in my case) as the time remaining for compounding for me is realatively short and my rate of tax paid after I stop working will likely be significantly lower since what causes my rates to be high currently is limited to employment income, the rest of my income although considerable will nearly all be indefinitely deferred the way I invest and likely will remain so through retirement until death. 

This means that you will probably need to pay registration and filing fees in at least 2 states if you don’t buy CA property.This article goes into a lot of the considerations about whether to form an LLC or not: https://www.mmpph.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/May-2019-newsletter.pdfBe sure to tell your accountant that you may now need to file non-resident income tax returns in each state where you own property as well.

Maybe have a couple non negotiable’s in your search, but anything outside of that, as long as the numbers work after you leave, then pull the trigger.

Beyond just the "famous" new Austin residents, we have a considerable amount of California real estate investment money flowing into the city.

@Nicholas Grandstaff1) Here are the general considerations regarding 401k loans.401k Participant LoansIf your 401k plan allows for 401k participant loans, the maximum loan amount is equal to 50% of the balance up to $50k.

From my experience, if you approach the conversation in an empathetic, considerate way, tenants generally respond positively.

It would seem they triggered an obligation and used up lifetime exemption with the large cash transfer.With professional advice, this could have been a lot cleaner... 

Thank for the information I will take it in consideration.