then... it will all depend on immigration.i just read that South Korea's birth rate has fallen below 1! 

The ROI on tax tools varies greatly from investor to investor and hinges on several variables, some of which can be objectively analyzed by a real estate tax expert and some of which require some subjective analysis (for which a real estate tax expert can provide valuable context).There are really 2 "no brainer" steps to take to get clarity for an informed decision:1 - Read Michael Plaks' posts about this topic.

Hello HenryI appreciate your feedback.

You can do it.You can read about this journey and our specific case study in the book - Lifetime Tax-Free Wealth: A Real Estate Investors Guide to The 1031 Exchange.A couple of suggestions - 1.

It sounds like this sub is trying to throw everything out there to make it sound like it will cost a lot regardless of whether or not its needed.I'm reading that the water heater is electric, not gas "With an electric heater, the two drains lines would also be required", correct?  

I am getting my feet wet again after 10+years so would appreciate the feed back. 

Attend workshops, read books, listen to podcasts, and participate in online forums like BiggerPockets.

As far as tenants are concerned. read the NY tenants landlord laws as many times as you need to until you understand them.

I'm fairly new to DSTs, so reading this thread is really informative.

It’s because of your feedback that led me to do more research in this specific area that I can now ask LA county to clarify.