It wasnt a tone or sense that I'm perceiving, it's a derogatory statement that cannot be arguedWho cares how annoying utility companies can be, that does not give anyone the right to be disrespectful...

I get them to mention their perceived value early, collect property info, then have that conversation.

My problem really was that I didn't perceive at the time that the tax advantages are so important for a guy working on his own properties largely alone or with occasional help.Federal lawmakers understand that the small, local landlord is improving his community by doing something that the government simply can't do affordably.

At a certain point, the market will perceive increased risk in the bond market (already happening), and the way our national debt is going this will eventually happen with US treasuries too.

Either way the IRS perceives that the sale has occurred at that moment and so your 1031 window is 180 days from there.You already have a lease with them. 

No one wants to work with someone who doesn't know what they are doing (or aren't "perceived" to know what they are doing).

The IRS perceives the LLC as the tax payer for the property.  

This is the most commonly used method to increase a investors perceived cash flow.Investors inflate their cash flow numbers by using yesterdays repair costs (often the case with new properties) which as we all know is purely rear view thinking.

I didn't mean it was good news for me because of any perceived tax benefit.

I'm hoping my tale can inspire anyone reading this to always strive for more, never take no for an answer, and don't be afraid to stretch yourself beyond your perceived limitations.For a little back story, here's my first real post on BP when I started (beware, I'm a long winded sob)https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/223/topics/371714-making-my-splash-in-real-estate-6-units-in-11-monthsI started 2018 owning 10 properties, 15 total units.