As for the living trust, I'm assuming you mean to have the LLC within the trust to avoid probate?

I’m hoping to rent my house for $2k/mo.

Here is kind of how I break it out on the residentialOn- Market with agent: 0% Coc or a little less. 

Have you looked into becoming a private money lender to put your money to work while you wait for your next purchase?

Damage to the property?

Its a 3 hour drive for you and then you have to hire a PM to manage!

I remember a buddy who once represented a client in the Santa Cruz Mountains.. this client turned an old barn into a shared art studio and invited local artists to rent the space, which ended up boosting inccome in ways they never imagined.The Redwood market can be tricky because of environmental restrictions, zoning quirks, and limited inventory.

A mentor to partner and begin developing with him.I haven't seen any good coaching program around here.

I am in the process of refinancing for 100k to purchase a second property.

Currently, I'm analyzing different markets to see which one will best match my strategy.