If you want to 1031 exchange to a property outside of CA, then you'll want to be careful about how the California Franchise Tax Board makes 1031s more difficult (no surprises there) when leaving their jurisdiction. 

If it was an individual there are a lot of uneducated investors out there nothing surprises me.

I'm not surprised, but checking ID is one thing.

It is (and I am sure has) created a lot of rude surprises when folks go to buy a primary home etc.

I can tell you Rentredi is a huge time waste between issues with the apps and lack of service. big thumbs down and im honestly surprised they are promoted on here. 

Very surprising that bonds can have such an effect on mortgages!

Day laborers arent even an option for me cuz no way would I put someone to work on my property that I just met hours ago and hope they don't fall or later claim they got hurt and surprise me with a lawsuit.

Yes, I noticed the range of HOA dues, surprising since it doesn’t seem to be based on the price of the unit.

.) - Get with your CPA/accountant with your plan, so there's no surprises.- Work with a realtor who has experience with 1031 exchanges (whether it's as an investor or helping past clients)

Going to look more into a 203k loan, and it came as a surprise to hear that regional banks tend to be better partners for real estate investors than larger ones.