The experience you will gain is worth much more than the money part. 

This would also take the burden of their mortgage away, plus management fees, etc.Their trepidation to selling is capital gains/depreciation recapture. 

The equity gains are strong in Portland, though.

My plan is to make these the first steps in a successful career in real state and to gain as much knowledge as possible so any tips or advise would be greatly appreciated.

I'd say flipping is more tax punitive than offering tax advantages, but at the end of the day what you net is what's most important, and you can earn sizable net gains flipping as well.

Are you looking to gain experience in remodeling and renovation?  

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Hello all,My partner and I are considering a flip to gain a little more capital for our ultimate goal (18+ unit apartment).  

I joined BP to gain as much knowledge on REI as possible.

That way you both gain experience in the business, learn creative ways to find lending, the pitfalls of REI (not like you see on the TV shows) and you can possibly have input on the layout of the property, which could be valuable selling point in the future.