We only disagree on what is basically a customer service issue.

I'm feeling most drawn to a buy and hold rental investing strategy and like the idea of the BRRRR strategy in tandem with VA loans, basically refinancing VA loan backed mortgages to conventional loans once there is 20% equity in the home.

There are often weekends or holidays that finding even a basic motel for the night in some areas is nearly impossible (especially if you have pets!) 

To me, having one mortgage payment for 2 - 4 houses (basically) always seemed interesting and like something that would give me more bang for my buck. 

This tool is basically designed to help you decide whether or not to submit your LOI for further diligence.

Is there any way to basically “lock in” the target building, or is there always going to be a risk that you won’t be able to find the right building within the 1031 timeframe?

I will assume somewhere in the lease it states that the tenant is responsible for a basic maintenance and upkeep of the property.

At a basic level there is no one set way to structure a partnership.

I'm tempted to do what many have said which is to just use a debit card, but I get 2% back on a CC, which is not insignificant when managing dozens of vendors, and I really hate to change a process that's working because the software I chose is lacking a basic feature.  

it was an interesting process but basically, the novation allowed us to get the deal done without having to involve the banks. this was a huge motivation. that way I save on having to close twice.