If something obstructs the sewer line like tree roots, and grey water is trapped in the pipes and overflows the lowest point that could be covered.

Early in my career, this really bit me in the tush and I am seeing many investors walking right into the same trap.

You must rely on people you don't know to tell you what works and what doesn't. this is why many fall into the trap of great "on paper" BRRRRs.

Upon further research it does appear the user @Bob Stevens is breaking the rules by using a different name, given that the email address listed with BiggerPockets profile is actually linked to the name Robert Prisco - we have strict rules about using your actual name in section II subsection A of our rules that can be found here https://www.biggerpockets.com/rulesBob do you have any response to this post that you would like to share publicly?

But if the replacement property has less value in section 1245 items, you do have to compute the difference (which pretty much requires a cost seg study on the acquired property), and then you have 1245(b)(4) recapture on the difference.  

I have 3 SFR properties in Section 8 with no real issues.  

There are many ways to problem solve this so you don’t feel trapped in a path you don’t want, but also may learn that your parents have a few good points that you appreciate when you’re older.

So far, I have been able to avoid any traps of investing out of state.    

To do it safely its a niche and one needs to be aware of all the things that can trap you and cause you a negative experience..

There are 2 drivers for what you will get in Section 8 rent:1.