But I will utilize this recovery time to gain as much knowledge as I can.I have a plan in place to be debt-free in the next 6 years so I know that will help as well. 

It's interesting to see how the market evolves and what factors cause those changes, and there's so much real-world perspective I can gain from this community.I wanted to kick off a conversation about the latest trends you've been noticing.

Yes, I would use VRBO in addition to other platforms. 

What would the best strategy be to offset 1 mill in capital gains this year?

In addition, what I really need or don’t need from a month to month basis so I know.For example, my mind was thinking 1) use you or carrot for SEO, such as website building, and get organic leads through being seen on google,  tracking, and support2) get flipster to get more leads, repair cost calculation, cash buyer and lenders, skip tracing, comps, ringleas voicemail, email marketing, instant deal rehab analyzer, offer generator pro, digital contracts, track leads based on key words and supportOr3) Propstream - to have property data information and history, up to date comps, reports, rehab calculator, mobile app, trends and analysis And a Crm4) CRM- use Investor fuse or podio for tracking on what keyword or phrases our working or not working.

Also if you keep one as a rental and own that you could use that as collateral as wellSide note just remember you will pay taxes on your gains so if you make $50k make sure to leave some money set aside for taxes

It helps cut down on your mortgage costs, and you gain practical experience as a landlord.

You pay capital gains to the feds and your state of residence ( California for us) correct ? 

I am open to working with as many people as possible to grow my network and gain experience.

In order to Legally Add/Legalize the Basement Unit, you would need to obtain a Building Permit and receive approval through the Department of Buildings (in addition to the Department of Zoning which you already to have the approval for).