that's very true the time constraint on 1031's can be difficult that's why it's important sellers get assistance from experienced agents to facilitate the process.

It is very difficult to get an entire kitchen there that will fit your needs and that will be an upgrade for what you're ripping out!

The main reasons are:1)Most people, my self included, underestimate just how difficult it is for a small to find a good team on the ground in the location you want to invest.

Not too difficult to figure out--get a trusted GC to put a second set of eyes on it and a home inspector to check it out, particularly the big boy items.

But I don't think it's as difficult to tell if we're in the early or late stages of an economic expansion.

I am having a difficult time navigating these waters as I do not want her to be taken advantage and I know that this continues to be a major issue especially in Los Angeles county (where we both live).

I have read and heard that wholesaling is very difficult to do because of competition and pricing, so be careful.  

Very difficult to balance.

The result is that deals are hard to come by and property values are outpacing rents, which makes cash flow difficult in a lot of areas.Figure out what your goals and criteria for an investment is first.  

It seems like it would be beneficial to apply the FTHP and HBP in the Toronto area with the prices being so high but it is a difficult place to start as a first time investor which is why I am looking elsewhere.