When I do find one I will let you know about inspection. 

California is one of the states that will hound you for the proof your 1031 is still valid, only a California expert could say if converting it to your primary would trigger that tax.

The internet makes the world very small.As far as buying out of state, one challenge I did not see any other replies mention is your occupancy. 

Quote from @Francisco Milan: These really do not do much these days for people finding most of the listing online; however, you need to be sure that you put one out because any lead is a lead to put in your database to market to. 

I have one and am busy developing two more. 

By purchasing a multi-unit property, living in one unit, and renting out the others, you can cover your mortgage payments and start building equity while gaining rental income.

One of the things I do Is I pay the monthly $20 for ChatGPT, this way I can teach it what I want, of course you have to double check it but I will have it create entire social media posting calendars as well as topcs for me to use.

It saves me a bunch of money and time.In one of the towns the only hardware stores are Ace and True Value.

That is one thing I like and respect about you @Scott Trench, you are willing to try things out and see how they go.

I invest in the Lubbock market as well you're investment strategy Is one that im not too familiar with.