It is however important to recognize that new construction does not pencil in most asset classes or most markets right now.

That said, based on my experience working with real estate bookkeeping clients and using AI tools internally, AI still has meaningful limitations.AI is good at recognizing patterns, but bookkeeping—especially for real estate—is full of nuance: distinguishing repairs vs. improvements, properly handling owner contributions and distributions, allocating expenses across properties, class tracking, loan activity, depreciation-related items, and state-specific considerations.

Now, if I don't recognize a phone number, I simply let the call goes to voicemail.

If the LLC drops the property to individual members and immediately sells, that’s where things can get uncomfortable.Many QIs and tax attorneys prefer seeing a seasoning period post-drop before the exchange, which doesn’t always line up with an imminent closing.If one partner doesn’t want to exchange, sometimes it’s cleaner for one partner to cash out and recognize tax, while the other plans a straightforward 1031—depending on structure.Since your CPA hasn’t handled one before, I’d strongly suggest looping in a 1031-focused tax attorney or a very experienced QI before you commit to this path.

The IRS recognizes 6 methods for conducting a cost segregation analysis. 

The more reps you get, the faster you’ll recognize what works and what doesn’t.• Build a small local team early (agent, lender, property manager) so you’re not figuring everything out alone.Happy to help answer anything, good luck! 

A clear buy box makes it much easier to filter noise and recognize patterns.Once the buy box is set, the most important step is consistency.

Recognize the challenges of buying rent ready with no value add off the mls with market using market financing.  1) optimize the return on current REIs2) educate.  

It helped me recognize work that I was capable of completing and I was able to quickly determine if the numbers were going to work for us. 

I recognize this becomes a logistical challenge with added costs.