They cash flow nicely after liberating the hardwood floors and taking care of some deferred maintenance.  

You have hit the JACKPOT of resources for real estate investors.

I’m in a very liberal area Minneapolis, but luckily I have very good tenants who are reasonable and pay the rent on time.

You have hit the JACKPOT of resources for real estate investors.

If COVID rates spike again due to the Delta variant, the Hawaiian government is one of the most liberal in the country, and its possible there are additional shutdowns/mask mandates/etc.

However; if California keeps up the liberal policies, and increasing taxes and fees on everything, that the day may come soon.What amazes me is that all the companies in California, some of the wealthiest in the world, don't think the same principles that help them succeed in business would work for the State, and band together to influence policy.

As far as tax rules changing; Democrat, Republican and Liberal people.  

Lower cost of living/home prices, growing population, liberal/hipster movement, healthy population, coffee shops, interesting bar scene, close to nature, etc.

Contractors have a stronghold on lisencing and permitting so everything is 1x 2x 3x as expensive as Texas...and our Liberals are outnumbered statewide.

Unfortunately for you it would appear you live on California which is an overtly liberal state.