I recognize gross yield also changes with respect to the value of the home.  

You have a few options here, next to Buyer name write "and/or assigned" (this is a written agreement and is recognized by law), cross out the clause that states "Not Assignable" and sign with Buyer and sellers initials, add another clause that states that "buyer reserves the right to assign all obligations and rights of this contract", or use an assignable contract.

I recognize that some of these things are not black and white, especially when it comes to damages related to a long-time tenant. 

They are muted a bit in out-of-state real estate, because real estate laws are always local, and courts hesitate to recognize other states' LLC features in that context.

You would need to do a 1031, deferred sales trust or Qualified Opportunity Zone fund strategy to not recognize the capital gain.

It seems obvious you recognize the potential of being in real estate.  

At this point, will be able to recognize all of the carry forward losses across all rentals (even one that I don’t self manage), or only the ones I worked on to hit 500 hours that year?

Note that CA does not recognize series LLCs either.

The county doesn't recognize them as dwellings anyways and they cannot be permitted. 

It's important to recognize that the responsibility for lawn maintenance can vary based on these factors, and the specifics should be clearly outlined in the lease agreement to avoid misunderstandings and disputes.