However, to my understanding, a 1031 conversion of an investment property to your primary residence after a safe harbor of two years does not trigger a tax event.

I suggest checking out some of the meetups on BPs meetup page:https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/521-real-estate-events-...I also have a list of all the other Chicago meetups that I can share with you.

Those of you with outdoor pools at your properties - what are you doing to mitigate liability in the event of an accident? 

We are seriously considering  rent to retirement properties given the relative passive nature.

Quote from @Michelle Wang: Quote from @Rene Hosman: Quote from @Michelle Wang: I’m a landlord in Massachusetts, and recent events have left me extremely frustrated and disappointed with the state’s laws and regulations.

In the event of an acquisition your "Checkbook Control" set up would not change.

Quote from @Michael James Hamlin: We just moved to Baldwin county and we are looking to network/partner up with other professionals in new construction, fix and flip or commercial.

Typically gets 15 – 25 attendees.Texas Tuesdays Mastermind - https://www.facebook.com/events/the-sogio-building/texas-tuesday-fort-worth-real-estate-mastermind/1830836547025917/- meets 1st Tuesday of each month and is completely free.

We are considering investing in Houston as foreign investors (from Belgium), our goal is to find and start with a long-term rental single or multi family home. 

This would allow you to access some cash for other purposes ( Tax Free) because a refinance is not a taxable event.