I've seen some logical points made that under estimating Cap Ex may not be realized until many years later when a few larger than expected expenses eat up years of "cash flow".

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And, yes, focusing on one basket could work better for building wealth but only provided that you choose the right basket.

I always recommend to use local companies that provide the data or do It manually when you get startedThen, after you close your first deal, use other sources like national software companies to test it and see what works better.

The rental property itself provides the tax benefits and not necessarily the entity structure.Depreciation should wipe out your cash-flow from being taxed, especially given the high prices of properties right now.You should have your tax returns reviewed if your properties are reporting positive taxable income.

So your question translates to “how do I find / seek cash flowing properties.” 

The rest of the money sits in cash in the opportunity fund.

Please correct me if im wrong.That said it seems the airbnb short term rental business is doing okay (some cash flow?).

Is there any potential for doing a cash-out refinance on the duplex and using those funds for the purpose of buying the property you want? 

For example, if you’re a first-time buyer wanting to see 3 different cities, low down payment Ioan, no real idea of what you’re looking for, and need to lose 3+ offers before you’ll listen to my professional opinion on offer price & terms, you’re going to be paying me a lot more than an informed cash buyer looking in a specific neighborhood that listens to my advice so we quickly win the bidding wars we still have with lack of inventory in desirable neighborhoods.