Quote from @Keith Meyer: Hi All,I'm looking to see if anyone knows of a calculator/modeling tool which can help me compare the benefits of selling a property with these four options:Sell and pay capital gains/depreciation recapture upfrontPerform 1031 exchange into new property, defer taxesSell on Seller Carryback Installment Sale, defer taxesSell on Monetized Installment Sale, defer taxesSurprisingly I couldn't find anything online which was very helpful.

I've bought a small property so I already have some experience, but I'm interested in learning the search, analysis, funding, renovation and selling/refinancing processes for larger properties.

I was online searching for a home address --seems to be difficult to find him. 

Are there any recommended platforms for collecting rents online?

If you're trying to house hack again; that could be an issue.2. will refinancing improve your dti enough where it helps future house hacks? 

Yet good sponsors are still closing — by engineering smarter capital stacks, not waiting for rates to fall.Here are 3 structures we’re seeing work right now 👇1️⃣ Senior + Mezzanine LayerWhen banks stop at 65–70% LTC, adding a mezzanine layer pushes leverage up to ~85%.It’s structured debt — not equity — letting sponsors close gaps without dilution.2️⃣ Preferred Equity Replacing MezzWith mezz pricing tightening, many sponsors are pivoting to preferred equity — same position in the stack, but with more flexible terms and upside participation.Often used when senior lenders won’t allow a true mezz note.3️⃣ Bridge with a Construction TailBridge lenders are extending into stabilization periods, giving developers time to lease up or season cash flow before refinancing into perm debt.That flexibility can make or break timelines right now.🧩 Why this matters:Capital creativity is the difference between paused and closed deals.The capital stack isn’t fixed — it’s engineered.💬 Question for the group:What’s the most creative capital stack you’ve closed (or seen) in this market?

I would second the recommendation for quickbooks online.

Think:Historic homes near downtown or the riverfrontProperties with acreage or scenic viewsBuildings with flexible layouts or zoning near tourist drawsI’m refining my wholesaling strategy to better serve this niche, and I’d love to hear from those of you who:Invest in STRs or event venues in Tennessee or the SoutheastKnow where these investors hang out (online groups, meetups, platforms)Have tips on how to market to this audience effectivelyIf you’ve had success wholesaling to this type of buyer—or you are one—I’d be grateful for any insights.

It was our first home and it has been a great rental, and I've refinanced it and pulled out equity to buy two more, so it was a great foundation for an investing journey.Happy to help,Chris

You might also consider how each option affects your long-term strategy, does refinancing the first property give you more flexibility to buy additional properties later, or does acquiring a second property now better position you for future appreciation?