Even more than just that, I really believe there is a strong chance a judge will have a different perception of this scenario than they have for most cases of squatting.  

The investing model you develop for yourself will empower you to be able to take action and feel comfortable in whatever investment you own/flip/or participate in.I would also change your perception of debt so you can see the advantages of leveraging debt for cashflowing assets.  

That's my perception and opinion, anyhow; I'm sure they vary.

The perception that landlords are all greedy is popular, and one that can lead to legislative changes.

Good points @Erik NowackiMy meter is getting a strong reading now, the rockets are about to fire and the siren will start blaring any minute.  

As for my perception of 1031 to DST, the beginning of the thread I was thinking of them as a possible replacement or fix-all solution.

@eric teran I always appreciate getting input from someone who is "doing the work" rather than hypothesis and uninformed perceptions. 

Returns are simply the markets perception of risk.  

It would be inappropriate if a moderator were demeaning a specific political point of view - i.e. if I were to come out and denigrate all conservatives or Republicans - but there's nothing inappropriate about discussing (or even complaining) about perceptions of local/state/federal government policies or actions. 

Not that this is the case, but sounds like perception of the other members.