I've become discouraged and heading into 2026 I want to fire myself up again and get encouraged and close on deals again.

Maine does have income tax and with what you are looking at for income, I'd encourage you to look into and likely come to the conclusion that NH would be a better fit for you. 

@Craig J Hinton Those who are most successful with single family homes typically generate their most meaningful returns at exit through appreciation, not ongoing cash flow. 

On the other end, are ways to do a cost seg that are cheap (possibly free) but are very risky if you try to use them in defense of an audit.I'd encourage you to read IRS publication 5653 starting at page 26For SFR, most companies don't do a true full-blown engineering study. 

Hold and restructure in a way that meaningfully improves cash flow?

Good deals don’t require heroics — just competence.Leverage is real again — and the math is improving.With 30-year fixed mortgage rates sitting at 6.04% today, financing pressure has eased meaningfully from last year’s highs.

Commercial real estate exceeded expectations in 2025-Office fundamentals showed their first meaningful improvement since 2020, led by continued strength in Class-A assets.Data centers remained on an exponential growth path, expanding well beyond traditional hubs and increasingly supported by alternative energy solutions.Investment activity rebounded sharply, with CRE transaction volume up 17% year-over-year, driven by improved lending conditions and strong private capital engagement.While concerns around bank CRE loan distress dominated headlines, actual write-downs proved far more limited than predicted—though office exposure remains an area to watch.Walking into 2026, the message from 2025 is clear:commercial real estate didn’t just survive — it reset and started growing again.

Also, financing might be tougher or more expensive because some lenders hesitate to fund properties tied up in litigation.If you’re still considering the unit, I’d recommend trying to negotiate a meaningful discount to reflect these risks, and be prepared to hold the property longer since resale could be more difficult until the case is resolved.

My goal is to build a long-term portfolio focused on cash flow, solid fundamentals, and professional property management.I’m here to learn from experienced investors, connect with brokers, lenders, and other professionals, and share insights as I grow in this business.Looking forward to being part of the community and building meaningful connections.Best regards,Hernan

That 84 a month feels meaningful until you remember one insurance renewal can move the same amount or more.My rule is simple.