A real estate savvy CPA (not just any CPA) is the one to talk to for this. 

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A good tax/investor-minded CPA will usually model those 3 paths so you’re not guessing.

I’d connect with a lender to get pre-approved, a local real estate agent to find a good deal, and a maybe CPA to make sure you're taking advantage of the tax opportunities and get set up correctly for future growth.

I would recommend speaking to a CPA that specializes in Cost Seg.

I would highly recommend working with a CPA that is familiar with both US and Canadian tax code to determine what makes most sense there.• Are STRs still worthwhile after factoring in PM fees, insurance, repairs, and higher financing costs for foreign investors?

1) Obviously talk to your CPA but I BELIEVE it only applies to the STR for the exact reason your are stating.

Even if it comes from a CPA.

Therefore it shouldn't affect your depreciation schedules.I'm not a CPA, so please enlighten us.

Keep that money liquid until your CPA confirms the final amount due next April.However, it’s worth considering a few strategies that could help reduce your tax bill now, like spreading out the gain over two tax years if the timing of your sale allows, or offsetting some of it through tax-loss harvesting from other investments.