If the investor is actively involved and can stay on top of materials, roll with it!

These structures are significantly more complicated than a typical 1031 Exchange structure and there are inherent risks involved in the transaction, some of which are discussed below.

We live in San Diego so would be long-distance, TBD if we self-manage or enlist a PM. 

Many of the members of the local REIA groups I've attended are involved with SFH in one flavor or another - BRRRR, flipping, wholesaling, etc.

You reference taking out a HELOC and those are generally provided when the property is in your personal name, which I don't recommend for investment properties.Overall, it sounds as if you're tired of dealing with "long distance" ownership.

(c) Minimum front yard: 30 feet distance from front property line to building.

Lots has changed over the years.Managing it yourself from a distance can be done, but it will require your team to be built and for you to have back up strategies if guests need attention and you're unavailable. 

Walking score of 95.Pre COVID rental numbers:Monthly gross rent $15,250Cap rate 7.1%Future rental numbers:Estimated Monthly gross rent after current tenants move out $13,950Cap rate 6.5%Because monthly rent looks to be about 20-30% more if you rent by the month, I am considering renting out my duplex for monthly rentals on Airbnb/other sites and potentially for travel nurses (ideal because several hospitals are walking distance to my house).

These methods involve securing financing, identifying suitable properties, and overseeing renovations.

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