You just don’t gain much by studying and learning the advertising, screening, showing process that you hope to only use every couple years.

You could also just do a 1-2 year hold so you could 1031 or only pay capital gains if that’s better for your tax situation.

Since then, 31 of the nation's 50 biggest metros have seen double-digit percentage gains in median rent from Sept. 2020-21.While Austin tops the tech hub list in median rent percentages, it's still a tad below the national average of $1,654, a new record high.

And even if you don't say it is $50/mo, does paying an extra $10-15k or more to avoid that worth it when that cash can bring in more cash flow and equity gain from other properties or investments?

The units are 6 duplexes so separating them is doable to an investor for longer term gain but not in our cards because the bank loan and their unwillingness to let us pay off the loan one sell at a time until our loan is satisfied.

I would be getting the limited broker license in order to join an association and gain access to the MLS to list my home and to look for my next house. 

Your gain was recognized with your sale. 

@Lance Stokes Look into a local REIA in your area to join to gain access to a large network of like-minded people.

The strategy works and often in a few months we have made huge gains on the property, the rent roll, and the return.

I’ve found many to be scams, especially the ridiculously low priced listings.   2) As you look for a home to live in, know what is most important (strong rental potential, high appreciation, etc.) to you and be ready to make some trade offs. 3) If you’re looking ITP (inside I-285), visit the Atlanta Regional Commission website and the Atlanta Beltline website to gain an understanding of planned development for various areas, ie Westside Park, Westside Trail, transportation, etc)Best of luck and enjoy the journey!!