Well if you go together it could split it and get basically nothing - spend $2-3k file a lawsuit and get a judgment you are first in line… Also in many instances you can slap that judgment on his personal residence as well and foreclose on that.

Hostfully seems like it will cover the basics we need, plus it has some unique features that others didn’t offer.

The program is neither good nor bad, there's just different pros & cons compared to cash paying tenants.Have offered to schedule a call with you numerous times to try and assist you, but you seem to prefer posting & posting & posting - which will take so much longer:(What are the chances you'll actually invest someday, given how long it's taking you to do basic research?

I have a basic spreadsheet built for clients that I'm happy to share for free.

Podcasts and books are another fantastic way to get some knowledge in and help understanding the basics.

You've learned:1) The basics of landlording2) That it's not for youNow, how can you apply your landlording knowledge to "manage your manager"? 

There are several basic rules for a 1031 for identifying properties, timelines, and uses. 

Our Florida mortgage practice was basically shut-down for 4 weeks due to Hurricanes Helene and Milton.

You are basically removing the cushion of a savings account and using the HELOC instead as your bank account.

I'll give you the basics at REI.