For most people its a colossal waste of time and energy. 

Quote from @Mike Dymski: The thing I find the most volatile and unpredictable is government actions (from either side) and their level of magnitude.Absolutely Mike, and it isn’t just what they do, but how quickly and drastically they can change policies and the ripple effects it creates.

In a 1031 exchange, would I be able to apportion the entire amount of the proceeds toward the investment (rental) unit so that I can qualify for a full exchange and effectively defer 100% of the gain?

Hello Brandon, effectively scaling your real estate investments starts by managing your first few projects with a solid financial foundation.

Wasting money calling dead numbers is the biggest mistake.The true "best method" is combining list sources with Manual Data Optimization (RREDO) to guarantee those tough contacts are accurate.I specialize in fixing those failed leads to give you a 90%+ contact rate.

While everyone's watching the stadium, smart investors see the ripple effect — surrounding properties, new multifamily demand, and commercial opportunities.

It goes into effect on the 27th of October.

From region, to heavy-ish rehab (compared to purchase price or scope itself), to being too far outside of town, just to name a few.Sometimes it might be worth checking in with another lender, especially if you can find a good broker who can navigate the implications well and provide good recommendations without any 'due diligence fees' or paying for multiple appraisals.It can get costly, with either your finances or your time, if you waste too much trying to fit a square-peg into a round-hole.

The ones who use it effectively are usually just working smarter and valuing their time, just my thoughts, and trying to change people's minds on it.Thank you for your insight. 

But imagine closing your first (or fifth) deal next spring knowing it all started because you refused to waste November and December.Your 2026 success story begins now — not next year.So ask yourself: What one action can I take today that my future self will thank me for?