I could be totally wrong, but I am just looking at it from a practical standpoint.

Disclaimer: While I’m an attorney licensed to practice in PA, I’m not your attorney.

All laws should be upheld in the selling of these properties.

Drivable to the Bay Area, much lower property taxes (that DON'T reassess on the sale), much friendlier tenant/landlord laws, strong population and job growth, strong appreciation, and also anchored by the tourism and wealth of Lake Tahoe. 

Petrillo RI law is you have to replace with a septic.

The best thing you can do to protect yourself is to follow the law and treat people honestly and fairly. 

I also met some great folks out of Portland at the BP Conference in Mexico this month.My father-in-law lives near Ellsworth and owns some short-term rentals there.

These will certainly specify the jurisdiction and venue for any disputes, as well as the governing law.

I also hope to build my network of lenders, contractors, etc.My highest priority currently is learning and practicing to identify and analyze properties.

The laws are clear in every state, you don't pay rent, get out.