@Gian Harris every state has their own requirements.MOST do NOT allow a simple transfer or recognition from another state.You should be contacting each state's real estate board.

Also what type of lifestyle are you trying to maintain-a simple one or one where you go on exotic vacations every month?

Other empty drugstores are becoming plasma collection centers, thrift stores, and car washes.While repurposing drugstores can be challenging, especially when dealing with building design and community concerns, their prime locations make them ideal for creative reuse.

I know out this way we have to design our project for 100 year storm events.

Hey Cameron,Sorry for the delay,  in math terms 6% is 1.5 times 4%.However, for tax purposes it is not that simple, for your primary residence you get a lot of tax breaks such as not paying for schools, and an exemption of the first x $'s etc.  

Or is it a binary designation?

@Sam BhattacharyaThis is very simple.  

Built in 1890, this Old Victorian was converted into a duplex in the 70's by a talented architect who made some unique and extraordinary custom design choices (read Vaulted Sunlights) that make this property truly one of a kind.

I have 3 apts and I started out with furnished rentals as I am an Interior Designer. 

You can usually find some events by doing a simple google search.