Where I'm currently struggling is coming up with the necessary funds to cover the 10-15% down payment and remaining funds for the interest payments on the hard money loan, etc..

Sellers remain in control.The question isn’t 𝐢𝐟 opportunities exist, it’s where they're found and how to take advantage of them.

The remaining gain, after subtracting the recapture portion, is treated as a long-term capital gain if you’ve held the property over a year.So, in short: The amount you owe on your loans doesn’t affect your gain or taxes.The taxable gain is based on your adjusted basis, not your equity.You’ll pay tax on depreciation recapture and on any remaining capital gain.It might be worth having a tax pro run the exact numbers since even small details (like improvements or refinance costs) can shift the outcome.Thank you!

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For example, if tenant #1 paid their security deposit does that remain so it can be refunded when their lease expires?

On the same chain of thought I have another question.I have one property in decent location at decent rent but I still have 10 year more mortgage as I did refinance to 15 year mortgage about 10 year ago at 2.99 interest rate with major bank which i believe is conventional loan not FHA.Is it good idea to close this sp500 401k voo roth ira account and move this money towards above decent property(even then it will cover only half of the mortgage amount not complete remaining loan amount)? 

Still, fiscal risks linger—especially with Trump floating a $2,000 tariff dividend that could steepen the curve if debt fears resurface.Mortgage markets remain calm for now: UMBS 5.5s are sharply unchanged.

If you're generating enough leads and remain an unmotivated buyer then you can pick and choose the best of the best.

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After setting aside 30% for taxes, it’s up to you how you split the remaining $35,000.