-Layout, close spaces or spread out for individual spaces limited privacy? 

Depending on how the contract is structured, the timing of the gain can be impacted as the IRS may require you to recognize the full gain upfront or spread it out as you receive the payments. 2) If you're serious about a 1031, I'd connect with a qualified intermediary well ahead of time.

Nashville’s core has definitely tightened up, and savvy investors are finding better spreads just outside the city.Middle TN still offers solid flip potential if you’re sharp on your numbers and local trends.

Even with low inventory, it feels like there are still pockets where the spreads work if you move quickly. 

It gives you more control over pricing and quality.Also, try to find properties with a large enough spread to absorb unexpected issues.

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Just make sure the spread on your flips covers the higher monthly nut.Skip the third lien idea.

Typically the spread for him has to be an extra 50K or so.

I'm opening my second home and find them extremely rewarding but think I may stop at these two because I am extremely involved in them and am spreading myself too thin I think. 

Spread next year.