Investors: the three things I see cost owners the most when they sell a rental — (1) no plan for the capital gains, (2) missing the 45-day identification window on a 1031, (3) selling into a soft month because they didn't prep early. If you're even thinking about selling this year, model the 1031 first. Happy to run the numbers on a quick consult.
A reminder for owners feeling squeezed: selling isn't your only option. A sale-leaseback can free up the equity in your home while you keep living in it, and seller financing can get you a strong price without waiting on a buyer's bank. You don't have to choose between cash and keeping your home. You don't have to navigate this alone.
Sitting on a home you can't sell for the price you want? A well-structured long-term lease can turn it into steady monthly income while the market catches up. Get the lease terms and tenant screening right up front — a week of prep can save you a year of headaches.
Equity sharing isn't just for big investors. If you have real equity in your home but need cash and don't want to sell, an equity-sharing arrangement can unlock some of that value now while you keep living there — and everyone shares in the upside later. It's a two-hour conversation that can change your whole plan.
If you're renting but want to own: ask about rent-to-own before you sign another straight lease. A well-written lease-option locks in a purchase price, credits part of your rent toward the down payment, and gives you time to get mortgage-ready. Get the numbers reviewed before you commit — the details are everything.