The rules of tax sales can be quite complex and change from state to state, you need to understand the local laws to make sure you are not going to lose out just because you don't understand the rules. 

You can not mix your IRA with your personal investments/finances, IRS rules prohibit that.

Jumping from a duplex to a 4-plex does not add $50/sf.

So, my question to you RE experts in 1031 exchange is, are there any tax strategies to implement post 180 day exchange rule expiration to avoid this mortgage boot tax??  

You have to work your 40 or 50 hour week and spend an hour or two per day EXTRA and 5 or 6 hours on the weekend to make it work.

I came across John Cochran aka the "King of systems" and of systems Saturday videos..so he has a 90 day investment challenge where he provides info and coaching for 90 days and all deals are split 50/50 but he asks for a $2,000 upfront deposit which he says you get back on the first deal.Anyone have any info or reviews on this?

The question: I would like to know if there is an acceptable exception to the "cash flow is king rule".

Due to the old age of both boilers (>50 years), an evaluation of the firebox, efficiency and estimated remaining life expectancy should be determined when serviced.

Maybe they pay $50 a month and you give them $25 for example.

If you have a vacancy in a 50 unit apartment building, your Cashflow will go down a little bit but it won’t kill you.