My family bought SFRs in early 80's w mortgage rates >18%, but high inflation drove rents higher than debt expenses so they all cash flowedalso look at USFR, paying 5.37%, holds 8 week Tbill floating rate notes only, not as good obviously as buying Tbill directly at the top of the curve (i bought a 26weeker in late Sept at 5.6%) but much easier to transact, i suspect 10yr will fall over next 2 yrs (FED cycle) then slowly rise over next 30-35yrs (long us debt-deleveraging cycle)

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The other half of the increased value would be included in the deceased spouse’s estate.Community Property StatesIf you live in a community property state, things work a little bit differently.

I am very eager to start taking action and learning but live in a high cost of living market (Boston) currently and for several reasons (need to save more, move to lower cost of living place etc.) will not be able to start for at least 1.5 years. 

I live in a tenant friendly state hence the tenant normally wins under the circumstances unless you have evidence to back up your claim. 

You have revenue (rent) and need to consider expenses to calculate cash flow. $5,000 Rent per month is great unless expenses are $10,000 per month.

I have house hacked a bit, and have flipped 2 houses (homes I lived in).

Hey Adam, goodluck on taking a new job and making the big move and upgrade living here in the Tampa/St pete area! 

I went live for my airbnb in March and have seen a significant drop in bookings since this month.

My plan would be to live in it for a year and then start renting it out.