Doesn't seem to be a lot of options around here for that though3) Continuing to rent where we live, and buy a separate property to rent outI personally feel like having my brother to help out as a renter is a huge advantage.

Don’t hold back, tell us how you really feel, LOL  

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Or put in cheaper paper and see if you get comments on how it feels like sandpaper.

Only to make yourself feel better by getting verification, but that's not how you learn.

If there is a title issue or an encroachment then the buyer is entitled to a refund of the EMD.I feel like there is a missing piece of the puzzle. 

I feel if you can do the 1031 you should lean towards that.

Feel free to ask for information on finding one.Tenant SegmentNo property ever paid rent.

I was able to see those for you here https://www.biggerpockets.com/analysis/rentals If you can't see those feel free to email [email protected] with your browser and a bit more information about where you are seeing the issue