It's important to take your time with tenant screening and be prepared to manage the property yourself.

I recommend at least every six months, but would prefer you inspect every 3-4 months and be prepared to hold them accountable if there is even the slightest hint of damage or odor.People with strong applications and good credit tend to be responsible pet owners.

You checkout on the website, they prepare a couple documents (including contract) and send it to you.

Reverse exchanges may be possible for experienced well capitalized investors but for most, I would say it’s not really a practical option.Mike’s suggestions of being prepared and proactive is a good one.I encourage 1031 investors to start looking ASAP - get to know the market - identify potential buys - and start making offers - before one has sold their existing property.The issue becomes will a seller especially in a strong market accept your offer “contingent upon the sale of your property”?

Be prepared for that.

If you were me, how would you prepare for this networking event?

Have your agent meet the appraiser and prepare and appraisal packet

When you do buy a property, will you be prepared to manage it properly and prevent major losses by making rookie mistakes in the most heavily regulated state in the union?

When preparing for the appeal, gather all documentation that supports your case, including the recent appraisals, receipts for repairs and improvements, and any other relevant documents.

Need advice on dealing with my current/former tax preparer, and what to do in the future.1. thought I had a great tax acct who got a great refund last year.