Your cash value grows tax-free (with proper planning), providing you with an ever-increasing resource to fund your real estate ventures!

There are big benefits in holding a property rather than buying a new one such as that the property taxes will be lower due to not being reassessed as they are on sale.

If you rent it out for more than 2 or 3 years and then sell it, you have to pay cap gains on the profits.I'd also run the numbers on the house to see what you'd get for rent and what all of the costs are associated with the house (property taxes, insurance, repairs, vacancy as well as mortgage payment). 

I grew up in Denver but prior to moving back I lived and worked in the city for 10 years, so I understand the cost of living (even though I think it’s even higher now).

For rentals not yet showing on your tax returns (like your Nevada property), many lenders will use 75% of the monthly rent to offset your PITI. 

Make sure the rental income comfortably covers your mortgage, taxes, and other expenses.

That will help you make the decision.Between your BAH and tax free 2 of 5 years primary residence you just have to breath to be a $1mm in 10 years.  

I have used him for over 20 years and has been great but I want to make sure he is not missing any tax benefits for STR.

Hi, I am seeking advice on what kind of entity I should form for tax lien investing. 

If you are setting aside funds for capex, taxes, insurance, or other expenses that don't occur monthly, transfer those funds to Savings each month and hold them there until it's time to spend them.