I still don't understand why most on BP are more concerned with the number of doors and return of their capital than actually realizing gains. 

Through depreciation, other income taxes are offset, through debt paydown and appreciation, he's going to gain $thousands per year in equity.Subjectively, it may appear not to be a deal, but if the buyer understands these factors and wants the property, an entry fee under $10K sounds like a deal. 

I don't need any templates, I just need some guidance on understanding the content itself. 

Their agent, who was one of the worst agents I've ever encountered, probably doesn't understand how any of this works, probably talked them out of it.Was originally listed for $525k and we bought it for $443k with a new roof and a fairly long list of stuff being fixed at their expense. 

I understand that whatever price that they sell the WA house, we would need to buy a CA house for equal or greater value to qualify for 1031.

Not implying your agent is taking advantage of your beginner knowledge just to offload a property and get dual agency commissions, but again, might not be the worst idea in the world to have someone in the Bigger Pockets community who's local/understands the Charlotte market to take a look at the deal you're getting ready to move forward on.As far as inspectors, I would recommend one that we use for our business that is in the Charlotte/surrounding areas.Precision Inspection Services - Steven Lee - 704-575-2917

My friend, I understand how you feel.

I try to stay (or convince my wife, if I'm honest) in a different beach town every trip to better understand where I'd like to buy.

So Can you help me understand what else I would need in QBO? 

One of the first things you can do is understand how to make money with real estate investing and how that compares to the stock market.