Most of the flip deals I witnessed involved price reductions and lasted 9 months - 18 months. 

I give the unit that helps with it a small reduction in rent and they also handle my lawncare. 

@Stacy Smith , tax reduction strategies for real estate businesses and investors is not rocket science.

Here are a few brainstorming ideas:Outdoor LivingMust have potential for high-impact features like fire pits, hot tubs, dining areas, or outdoor games to significantly boost appeal.Views & ProximityProperties with desirable views or close proximity to water, nature, or main attractions offer an enhanced guest experience.Premium Interior FeaturesPotential for dedicated game rooms, high-speed Wi-Fi, or comfortable dedicated workspaces to cater to diverse guest needs.Easy ParkingAdequate and convenient parking for the expected guest group size is critical for convenience and securing 5-star reviews.Garage to Game Room ConversionIf driveway parking is plentiful, converting a garage into a functional game room or extra living space offers amazing added value.Noise & Light AbatementEnsuring quiet enjoyment of the property through noise reduction measures enhances guest comfort and prevents issues with neighbors.

., 4.99% locked for 180 days); $10K–$20K closing cost credits; $20K–$30K price reductions on specs.Horizon West, Winter Garden, Lake NonaEntry-level homes $350K–$450K (down $25K avg.); quick close by Dec 2025.National demand weakness hitting Florida hard; 32% inventory spike forces cuts.M/I HomesBelow-market rates (sub-5%) on quick move-ins closing by Dec 31, 2025; up to $50K flex cash or $100K off final lots.Winter Garden, Oviedo$400K homes at effective 3.5–4.5% rates; $515K specs down to $415K.Tied to end-of-year push; excess specs from overbuilding in 2024.Mattamy HomesUp to $100K off to-be-built/quick move-ins; 50% off upgrades; 6% closing costs covered; free golf cart on select.Sunbridge, Lake Nona$450K–$600K homes with $50K–$100K total savings; seasonal Fall event ends soon.Broad Florida incentives amid sales deflation; Orlando focus on volume.Other notables: Landsea Homes (up to $15K closing credits in Orange County), Richmond American ($17K flex funds), and Toll Brothers (luxury quick move-ins with undisclosed but competitive buydowns).Quick Identification StrategiesTo spot these deals in real-time (they change weekly):Monitor Aggregators: Use NewHomeSource.com or Zillow's "New Construction" filter for Orlando—sort by "Quick Move-In" and scan for incentives >$50K.

I would say that any reduction of 1245 assets in a 1031 exchange with a cost segregation study would constitute boot, and the 15% rule should be considered.

While the DFW area has recently seen an increase in buyer interest, this has not yet translated into a significant reduction in available inventory.Ultimately, your property's value will depend on its specific location and the demand within that neighborhood.

Lastly, this rate reduction would increase guests disposable income as credit card interest rates would reduce also. 

There will be a few on this board who will take the high road and disagree, but 100% of my deals where I ask not to be represented have resulted in either a price reduction or priority in acceptance of my offer.  

Most investors focus on “price,” but smart investors focus on structure.A $10,000 discount looks nice on paper—but the impact on your monthly cash flow, debt service coverage ratio (DSCR), and approval odds can be underwhelming compared to the same amount in seller credits.Here’s why:A $10k price reduction might save you around $60 per month on a standard 30-year fixed loan.A $10k seller credit, used to buy down your rate, could reduce your payment by $140 per month or more.That’s more than double the savings—and it improves your property’s DSCR, which can be the difference between getting approved or not.In a world where every fraction of a percent matters, understanding how to allocate negotiation dollars is a hidden superpower.