Indeed, the FAIR ordinance is anything but fair to non-corporate landlords, seemingly punished for investing in rental houses to generate income as an alternative to stocks and bonds.A handful of opportunists likely could learn to exploit these new rules, preying on otherwise law-abiding landlords to obtain legalized shake-down payments.

If you're looking to househack again, then the conventional 5% down is a very viable alternative to the 3.5% down FHA option. 

If you're subject to the Alternative Minimum Tax (AMT), these deductions may be limited.

.: I'm looking into alternative ways to sell a rundown house for my parents.

Quote from @Phillip Austin: There are two alternatives to a security deposit, which I speak about in my book.

-In LTR we allow the use of security deposit alternatives.

I also diversify into alternative real estate, like self-storage, to stay ahead of emerging trends.I’ve learned valuable lessons over the years, particularly the importance of clear communication and aligning expectations in partnerships.

There're some alternative planning approaches, but they are always case-by-case.  

Here is the how I would explain it to a kindergartner:The true power of a 1031 exchange is the ability for an investor to meet their investment objectives without losing equity to taxation.With more money they can buy larger, multiple, or more productive properties.What is the alternative?

If you added in the cash you should have to protect against contingencies, the actual return goes down (or the risk sykrockets, your choice)- If the $300K properties cashflow, definitely a better bet.