Can we use the step up on this year's taxes and still not have to pay capital gains until the time the home is sold? 

Should be a good time.

If you were not notified, and they simply stopped.....its time to start digging to make sure something is amiss. 

I don't have a lot of time to listen to podcasts, and it got to be too much trying to decide which one to watch.

This also leads owners to ASSUME simpler is better when it comes to management contracts.

Then compare a handful and make your decision.

If I need to be present by state law, would a property manager be able to represent me in my abscence if my attorney there? 

We have just 5 properties, but with turnover each year, it is very time-consuming to figure out security deposit refunds net of any deductions.

IMO, it is a bad business decision to buy a house at that price level unless you are paying cash.

I am very passionate about time and financial freedom so that I can be the husband and father that my wife and children deserve.I will admit, the idea of actually starting is pretty frightening, but the thought of never starting due to the fear of failure is even worse.