They need education which is sorely lacking in these forums because mob rule to protect and defend the status quo ensues. 

you can absolutely get a lot more house for your money in Sorings Compared to Denver.

The benefit of the Roth treatment is the tax-free growth you can earn while keeping the money working in the retirement plan.If your goal is to purchase a property personally, a 401k participant loan may be a better route, assuming you have access to such.As a self employed realtor, you may wish to explore the idea of a Solo 401k plan.  

Selling stocks, bonds, mutual funds or other publicly traded securities is not considered like-kind property to real estate and would not qualify for 1031 Exchange treatment.

., held for sale vs. rental) you will not qualify for 1031 Exchange treatment. 

not much, but we update them like it's a flip. that's our downfall and a sore subject. we hope it pays off with longer term tenants and better care of the properties.i used to do the work myself and tackle just about anything, even with a full time job. but with 2 kids that need my attention, i have been trying (successfully) to give the work away. thanks for the encouragement, everyone!

New things stick out like a sore thumb in my little town.Also, just for anyone who wants to know: I used yellow 18x24 signs.

Depending upon the volume of transactions, how long you hold them, and if you can be a landlord for a little while, you might also be able to qualify for capital gains treatment.  

Once down to studs - can GC take care of treatment and replacing of neccessary framing or do you need a mold specialist to come in and give "all clear" so to speak in order to resell house.We have read so many mixed messages about mold - obviously we know it is serious issue, but we also feel it is something people are overly scared of and super concerned because they are not going to gut their homes. 

$1500 over for the cabinet doors and $5500 over for the stain treatment!!