Quote from @Tony Cook: I'm a reporter at the Indianapolis Star who has covered the Clayton Morris and Bert Whalen saga over the years.

If the LLC is wholly owned by you or your spouse, but not both, then you still get to report this possible 1031 exchange on a single joint tax return.

One thing to consider since you are a California resident investing is the compliance requirements for LLCs incorporated in California or operating as a foreign entity here - the rules here are different than most states.  

As of Friday morning, FinCEN has confirmed that businesses are NOT required to file BOI reports while a court injunction remains in place.

In many countries foreign investors buying rentals can't get loans or loans at all. 

With its robust legal framework, consistent economic performance, and favorable interest rates, Germany stands out as a top investment destination for foreigners.

It was a completely foreign concept to me.

Also, Since my buy box is pretty narrow, even though I’m pretty good at doing the title research myself, I’ll still pull a title report for each one.

These folks do not need to be licensed but there are limits on what they can and can't do, and they have to be salaried employees of the owner or report to a licensed property manager.

Will you make a report to law enforcement?