I feel like in today’s day in age there are so many tools for STR operations and I cannot believe there is no integration for a merchant of sale transaction or some kind of financial app/ software that can take the remitted taxes and pay them to the government automatically.

I'm not an expert on California law, but I believe you are allowed to give a 60-day notice of termination for a substantial remodel.

I feel this gives me the flexibility to find the right solution for my client and not just sell what my bank offers.

I feel like I just analyze every option and then never have confidence to do anything.

If you have any questions on 1031's feel free to ask! 

You'll get a feel for the age of the neighborhoods, the vitality of the commercial buildings, the ease of location, the closeness to jobs.The markets you're describing are more linear, and usually have lower capital appreciation.

If it feels forced, walk away. 

You don't know for sure exactly what their occupancy rates are but you can certainly get a feel for it by seeing what future dates are open.

Feel free to reach out.

I don't think the LVP will feel right with carpet underneath and it's not a sound installation practice to have that buffer layer there.