This varies by state but in one of the states where I have rentals, I believe if they vacate and leave stuff behind you can move it or store it.

Below is a link:https://www.biggerpockets.com/store/no-money-down-...Let me know if you need help with anything else. 

Being from the bay area, you are looking at Las Vegas as a kid in a candy store, or buying 4-5 LV or Gucchi purses at a time.

But if you are going to invest out of state, you should check out the book wrote by David Green.Hopefully, it will help you figure out how to go about investing from far awayhttps://www.biggerpockets.com/store/long-distance-...

With this new development (no pun intended) I would love to connect with some builders who might be looking to meet some new agents or bring in some fresh faces. 

I recommend visiting the actual store downtown 749 N 37th St Milwaukee, they also have all sorts of signs and handy items for landlords.

You don't need to be using the store front for your own business.

Big box stores have to inflate prices so many employees etc discount places same stuff, less costs, therefore, better prices.

What will 2019 have in store for you for REI?

It comes in thin sheets, sometimes rolled up, at the big-box store.