Investors · Rental and investment property owners
Guides and tools for rental owners.
Plain English help for people who own, sell or want to buy investment property in South Orange County. Start with the guide that fits where you are today.
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Laguna Beach · Mission Viejo · Dana Point · Laguna Woods Village
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Ways to get started.
Whether you are thinking about selling a rental, planning a 1031 exchange, or comparing income properties, these pages walk you through it without the jargon.
Guide1031 Exchange Guide
How a 1031 exchange works, what qualifies, the six steps, the California rules, and a tax example on a $1.8 million rental.
Free tool45 and 180 Day Deadline Tool
Enter your closing date and see your identification and closing deadlines, with reminders you can add to your calendar.
Free toolCap Rate Calculator
Compare income properties side by side and see what a building really earns before you make an offer.
Who this is for
You might be in one of these spots.
- You have owned a rental for years. The equity is large, the tax bill on a sale looks scary, and you are not sure what your options are.
- You are tired of being the landlord. You want income without the calls, the repairs and the turnover.
- You are in the middle of an exchange. The clock is running and you need replacement property candidates.
- You are buying your first or next investment property. You want to compare numbers before you fall in love with a building.
Tell me what you own and what you want next.
No pressure and no obligation. A short call is enough to map your options, count the days if an exchange is involved, and line up the right professionals.
Call or text 949‑302‑2741 Send me a messageBrandon Menchaca · Luxury Property Specialist · Coldwell Banker Global Luxury · 12 years in South OC
General information only, not legal, tax or financial advice. Brandon Menchaca is a real estate agent, not an attorney, CPA (certified public accountant), qualified intermediary or securities professional. Rules reflect federal and California law as of October 2026 and can change, so confirm with a tax professional before you act. CalDRE (California Department of Real Estate) #01947478. Coldwell Banker Global Luxury. Each office is independently owned and operated. Equal Housing Opportunity.
