However, the upside is that many newbie investors do some very dumb things, particularly when it comes to engaging in civil issues with their tenants. ie: entering without 24 hours notice, having no familiarity with the basic eviction process, etc.

I find that by living in a community with different people, I am more physically active, mentally engaged, and life is overall better.

Generally it will cost you anywhere from $1000-$2000 to engage a QI for your 1031 exchange.

I've literally made one trip to the office and asked as many questions as possible within my limited time there due to other engagements. 

I also agree with Aaron- Definitely get the partnership details in writing and looked at by your attorney before engaging!

If you negotiated a cheaper cash price you are engaging in fraud!

Does anyone have any recommendations for multi family networking sessions/meet ups in the San Diego area?

I don't rent to people engaged in questionable activities, tax evasion or people who have revoked licenses (if they drive up to the property).

How much earlier do you thing a SEC competent lawyer should be engaged to create the offering documents and required filing documentation?

We dug into this property ran some numbers walked him through the analysis process and even exchanged some great brainstorming sessions over the phone.