http://www.usnews.com/news/articles/2016-11-08/will-the-next-president-impact-the-federal-reserves-interest-rate-hikes

(While tighter government policy may lead to less immigrant population, it will only affect certain housing pockets around Minneapolis/ St.

I would say do that in order to calculate the federal taxes. then also do state tax specific as well. https://taxfoundation.org/2017-tax-brackets/https://www.fool.com/retirement/2016/12/16/capital... also look at maybe a 1031 if you have another property you are ready to move one.  

I have the money to invest clearly (and have great credit) but don't meet the blasted federal requirements to get a loan through a FDIC insured bank (W2 or two years of steady self-employment income).  

@Marc WinterI just checked out Scranton’s official government website and the development and projects page is completely blank.

EIN: Wait for LLC approval, then obtain EIN (also known as Federal Tax ID Number) from the IRS.

@Jason Harris Hi Jason, a common trend of new investors looking to break into the real estate realm is by using a FHA (Federal housing administration) loan which is typically used by individuals with low income and do not have the capability of putting down a large down payment.

. - I would think that this project will take too long and has too many moving parts - I personally would not get involved.I like my deals simple, fast, all cash and free of government interference and unexpected cash drain from my existing cash flow or committed equity - I don't want to have to explain in explicit details to a bunch of liberals W-2 employees in the county office or be associated with predatory mortgage brokers, clerks at banks or any other type of  lenders for a short term loan  in order to make a deal work - NO THANK YOU - I want to sleep at nights without the worry of who's watching my project - how am I going to pay my next mortgage payment and when in the heck am I going to see a profit?  

I know so exciting.The maximum contribution for 401(k) plans is rising to $18,500 in 2018, up from $18,000 in 2017 — this also applies to 403(b), most 457 plans, and the federal government’s Thrift Savings Plan.

Whoops)Note to self: Study up on California Chapter 16: Land Ownership and Notice Requirements 4 Types of Estates:Fee Estates: Provides absolute ownership for an infinite period of time, subject to government laws restricting land use.