All for a sign as long as the property looks occupied...leave shoes near the front door, have exterior lighting, and at least a RING camera. 

If anyone has advice for someone in my shoes moving to the Salt Lake County/Utah county area and possibly the city of Logan, It would be much appreciated.

I’ve been in similar shoes before, and let me tell you, it’s no picnic.

You’re in the right place to learn and connect with people who’ve been in your shoes.

This was my first time buying a property solely for an investing purpose, and Melissa Justice was the person that I was connected with to help me pick out properties.

I started an automotive business on the thinnest of shoe-string budgets; way under capitalized. 

He is  content to earn income solely through a W-2.

I ask because most who write similar posts on BiggerPockets are unable and I am sorry but  "A unique blend of benefits that are favorable for R.E investors who are sole proprietors" sounds like something a  fear mongering asset protection company will tell you before upselling the expensive and unnecessary asset protection product.

🎯Your QI should be:Independent from your transactionFree from conflicts of interestFocused solely on exchange servicesClear about their role limitationsPRO TIP: Per IRC §1031(k), your QI cannot be:Your agentYour attorneyYour CPAYour realtorYour relativewithin 2 years of the exchange!

I don’t know your exact situation, but in your shoes I might pursue the refinance option first and then equity buyout second.