One last follow-up question.On one of the IRS forms, I found the language pasted below.

Also CA requires you to be licensed to originate DSCR and Hard Money Loans (I see on your bio you service CA), and there are many other states that are starting to follow pursuit.

I have docs etc if you are interested in verification and proof that I have dealt with that company.It is so unfortunate that I have to follow up what @Stylianos Kalamaras wrote concerning Blue Gate Capital.

There is no such absolute rule or mandate for REI - it is up to you on your comfort level with your cash flow versus total investment versus appreciation potential.If I followed that rule, I would have missed out on a LOT of great opportunities over the years.We bought a house in Jones Valley in 2017 with negative cash flow - why? 

It might be worth a follow-up closer to the move-out date to confirm their plans, but avoid excessive contact to prevent escalation.

I feel quite intimidated only seeing people with large followings and MULTIPLE properties.

They can rent the property they purchase to you (or anyone).The property must be held for investment purposes for at least 24 months immediately following the exchange.

I apologized and said (and truly meant) I'd follow up on it and improve for the future.

The money will follow that.

Yes we use AI for just that: follow up re-engagement and appointment setting.