That's why I was leaning to foreclosures so I can do full cash (heloc) purchase.The other part I need to get more fluent in is how to document all of those action items in the LLC to keep the corporate veil. 

I simply said the issue wasn't a lease item, but he was welcome to walk over and talk to my tenant...he never did.

Another item is, my logic at purchasing this property was to spend less than what I am paying for my current living expenses and it is about there.

If we could use the other items I listed, we are right there.

As a GC I can advise try to retain control of your finishing material orders (anything where you need to make a choice ((tile, flooring, lites, faucets, tubs)) vs. construction materials (2x4s, mortar, shingles)) because we get those discounts on the finishing items and we keep them!

They know their rate.The stock forms from my CPA include a tax comparison page that makes it easy to calculate the effective tax rate and compare line items year over year.

Have you ever overlooked a major item that needed replacing?

The only items affecting capital gains are basis and expenses of sale. 

Diversify Your PortfolioA diverse portfolio provides a cushion against market volatility and allows you to scale more safely.

Hi Rocky,It sounds like you've already made great strides in your real estate investing journey, with some diverse projects under your belt.