My question seems dumb - should we risk to buy a 1.5-1.7M newer SF and to be bound to the mortgage forever and work our whole life to pay for it, or should we buy a SF around 1.3-1.4M which has much worse condition comparing with the above?

Why would I want to extend myself buying another 1031 exchange property when I can’t find something comparable, nor pay the hefty tax bill since we own the house for 14 years if we decide to cash out.

The purpose of the fee is not only to make sure the applicant is serious but also to pay for processing costs.

I often had distrust towards hospitals because I never knew what the amount I was going to need to pay would be after going to the hospital; and it always seemed to be hundreds or thousands of dollars more than expected.Thanks to the financial security that real estate can provide, I am in a different financial position now compared to where I was 4 years ago.

As the area improves I believe proximity to the lake for recreational purposes and proximity to the train to downtown will be a key factor for people moving into the area. 

When comparing taking the paid course and exam, to just reading up here, is the school and certification really worth it?

I am rethinking maybe transactional funding might not be as good compared to having cash to buy the house outright and not restricted for wholesaling purposes either.

I'd talk to a local business broker to compare other shops for sale.  

Only comparing the potential rent to offset the mortgage will not result in a good outcome for you.

Hope this helps awser your question.It took me a number of years to get here so it is not all that glamorous compared to some of the other REI players highlighted story.