.- Son to have RE license and path to life he desires.  

I'd say the logical paradigm in the question is a bit off.CRE includes everything from airports to golf courses to hospitals to campgrounds.So saying "residential versus commercial" is like saying "bacon versus plant life."

And Alienation of title is a Event of default. there are numerous events of default..

Commercial is a totally different ball game than residential, so connecting with a commercial broker will definitely make your life easier.

There are always "hiccups" in life and in real estate investing.

Hi all, I've been housing hacking a duplex since 2021 and due to some life changes will be relocating out of state.

In 5 years and almost certainly in 10 years Scenario A can change your life. 

Sure you could hit a grand slam , once or twice in your life , but constant base hits bring in the same amount of runs on a steady basis 

They could have used that money for much better investments that would have allowed them actual financial freedom.People look at tax deferment as if it is some pot of gold that then dictates their very life.

I know many of us didn't get into this game until later in life so my hat's off to you.