The key to the 1031 is that you have to use a 3rd party qualified intermediary to manage the 1031 process. 

The staging was key to this sale.

Be sure to tell your accountant that you now need to file non-resident income tax returns in each state where you own property as well.California tends to have more laws on the books and requirements and restrictions that it can be a good idea to form a CA LLC for out of state property so that you as a CA resident are covered, and to try to have your contracts fall under the purview of CA courts.It also is helpful to have a California LLC in case you ever sell that property and move into another state so that you do not need to form a new LLC altogether with new operating agreement, just re-register in the new state as a new foreign LLC. 

If this is something you regularly encounter with new tenants, I would recommend getting a checklist lined up for lease signing walkthrough so you can make sure all your points are covered before the keys are even handed over.   

The key word here is: simple

Relationship is key.

The key to wholesaling is having a solid list of cash buyers who will buy multiple properties from you.

I've worked for forex broker for couple of years as head of key account management which helped me to build my network and expertise in regulated business.

Which direction do you go.....turn key?

The real key is to have a good lead managemnet and follow up system.